17 jobs found

Ski Sales Specialist | Office-Based | Oxfordshire |£26,941 + COMM (£33K OTE) Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a leading luxury ski travel specialist who are recruiting a Ski Sales Specialist to join their team The Role: As Ski Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for managing client enquiries from initial contact through to booking confirmation. You will be delivering tailored ski holiday recommendations, and ensuring an exceptional level of service throughout the customer journey. This is a fast-paced, client-facing sales role combining luxury travel expertise with strong commercial focus and conversion targets. You Will Have: • Strong personal ski experience (ideally including at least one season working in resort)• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly• A proactive, organised and detail-focused approach• Strong commercial awareness with a desire to achieve targets• Confidence managing multiple enquiries in a fast-paced environment• Good IT and administration skills• Previous sales experience is beneficial but not essential Additional Info: • Salary £26,941 + Commission (OTE £33,000)• Full-time, office-based role in Oxfordshire• Structured onboarding and training provided• Regular FAM trips to ski resorts to build product knowledge• Clear progression opportunities within a specialist luxury travel business• Excellent company benefits Apply with your CV quoting GTR1883 or visit: www.

Senior Business Development Executive - DACH | London | Hybrid | Competitive Salary DOE Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a leading and dynamic DMC who are recruiting a Senior Business Development Executive - DACH to join their London team. The Role: As Senior Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for building strong client relationships, generating new business opportunities, and delivering competitive group quotations for travel across Scotland and Ireland, proactively developing leads through networking and outreach while ensuring client requirements are translated into high-quality, commercially competitive proposals. You will also work closely with internal operations teams and suppliers to ensure a smooth handover and successful delivery of confirmed bookings. You Will Have: • Fluency in English and German (essential) • Minimum 3 years' experience working for a UK & Ireland inbound tour operator in group operations or groups sales • Proven experience preparing quotes and operating groups • Strong knowledge of UK destinations and current market rates • Experience with Tourplan would be advantageous • A third language such as Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Dutch, or Italian would be advantageous • Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines • Flexible and adaptable approach to changing market conditions • A team player who is also confident working independently Additional Info: • Competitive salary dependent on experience • Hybrid working model with a mixture of home and office working • Opportunity to travel for client meetings and attend industry events • Occasional weekend emergency phone cover on a rota basis • Participation in familiarisation trips • Excellent company benefits Apply with your CV quoting GTR1881 or visit: www.

French Speaking Operations Executive | London | Hybrid | Competitive Salary DOE Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a leading and fast-growing DMC who are recruiting a French Speaking Operations Executive to join their London team. The Role: As French Speaking Operations Executive, you will be responsible for managing confirmed group bookings from start to finish, ensuring all services are booked accurately and delivered to the highest standard. You will liaise closely with Business Development teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure seamless group operations across the UK and Ireland, while maintaining strong commercial awareness and attention to detail throughout the booking process. You Will Have: • Minimum 2 years' experience within a UK & Ireland inbound tour operator in a group operations role• Proven experience operating group travel bookings• Fluent English and French language skills (essential)• Spanish language skills would be advantageous• Strong knowledge of UK and Ireland as destinations• Good understanding of market rates and supplier pricing• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines Additional Info: • Salary dependent on experience• Hybrid working model with a mixture of home and office (London) working• Opportunity to participate in familiarisation trips• Occasional weekend emergency phone cover on a rota basis• Excellent company benefits and travel discounts• Career development opportunities within a dynamic team environment Apply with your CV quoting GTR1880 or visit: www.

Event Operations Manager | Office Based | Surrey | Circa £45-50K + Bonus Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a multi award-winning boutique events business who are recruiting an Event Operations Manager to join their team. The Role: As Event Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing the smooth delivery of events, working closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure a high-quality experience from start to finish. This is a senior, hands-on position where you'll also lead and support a team, drive operational improvements, and help maintain exceptional service standards in a fast-paced environment. You Will Have: • 4-5+ years' experience in travel, events, or operational roles (minimum 2 years in a senior/managerial position)• Proven experience managing and developing teams• Strong background in luxury, events, or high-end service environments• Experience dealing with overseas suppliers• Strong negotiation experience and project management skills• Confidence using systems, CRM platforms, and online tools• A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused approach• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and influence a team Additional Info: • Salary circa £45-50,000• Performance related bonus• Full-time role based in Surrey• Work from home one day per week• Opportunities to travel• Lead a high-performing team in a fast-growing events company Apply with your CV quoting GTR1877 or visit: www.

Senior Travel Operations Co-ordinator | Hybrid | Surrey | Competitive Salary Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with an Educational Travel Company who are recruiting a Senior Travel Operations Co-ordinator to join their team. The Role: As Senior Travel Operations Co-ordinator, you will work alongside your colleagues and clients to deliver exceptional events and a fantastic customer journey. You will help with the planning all operational details of events, including booking venues, confirming accommodation and transport arrangements, and coordinating logistics for multiple groups. You'll also take a hands-on role during events, leading resort teams, managing timings, travel logistics, and solving problems on the ground.