Gecko Travel Recruitment work with a range of Leisure travel clients with an emphasis on outbound tour operating. We have carved a niche in our client portfolio to work with specialists in their field such as Adventure, Luxury, Ski, Education & Student Travel and Destination specific Tour Operators. Recruiting at all levels from Executive to Board level roles, within the UK and further afield.
We have successfully recruited across all disciplines within the leisure travel industry to include Sales/Account Management, Operations, Marketing, Customer Service, Finance, Product & Purchasing, Commercial, Administration, Ticketing and Reservations.
Wedding Travel Specialist | Remote - UK | £28-35,000 + Commission OTE circa £80K
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with an established, destination wedding operator who are recruiting an experienced Wedding Travel Specialist to join their team.
The Role:
As Wedding Travel Specialist, you'll work closely with couples planning their dream wedding abroad, helping them select the perfect destination and venue for their special day. From creating and presenting tailored quotations to managing qualified enquiries, you'll guide clients through every stage of the journey, from initial contact through to booking confirmation and post-booking support.
You Will Have:
A sales driven, self motivated approach, with excellent organisation and time management skills
Confidence to manage your own sales pipeline and workload independently in a remote environment
Experience working to targets, with commission forming a significant part of overall earnings
Previous destination wedding or travel sales experience is an advantage
Additional Info:
Salary £28,000-35,000 depending on experience plus commission
Fully remote within the UK
You will have a steady flow of qualified leads
Excellent benefits including FAM Trips and sales incentives
Flexible working model - full & part time hours considered
Apply with your CV quoting GTR1917 or visit: www.
Senior Ski Chalet Specialist | Oxfordshire | Office/Hybrid/Remote | Competitive Salary + Uncapped Commission
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a specialist luxury ski travel business who are recruiting a Senior Chalet Specialist to join their team.
The Role:
As Senior Ski Chalet Specialist, you will manage high-value chalet enquiries from initial qualification through to confirmation, using your expert knowledge of the Alpine ski market to recommend the right properties and develop commercially strong proposals. You will build long-term relationships with private clients, travel advisors, concierge partners and industry contacts, while managing the sales pipeline and delivering profitable bookings alongside the exceptional level of service expected.
You Will Have:
• Significant experience in luxury ski, chalet sales or high-end tailor-made travel
• Strong knowledge of major Alpine resorts and the luxury chalet market
• Proven experience selling high-value holidays to discerning clients, including HNW/UHNW customers
• A strong sales track record with excellent conversion and relationship-management skills
• Commercial awareness, including an understanding of margin, commission and gross profit
• Confidence dealing directly with chalet operators, suppliers, travel advisors and concierge partners
• A proactive and organised approach to follow-up, pipeline management and CRM
• Ideally, existing relationships with leading chalet operators, suppliers or a network of repeat clients and industry contacts
• Experience with resorts including Courchevel, Méribel, Val d'Isère, Verbier, Zermatt, St Moritz and Lech would be advantageous
Additional Info:
• Competitive salary dependent on experience plus uncapped performance-related commission
• Ideally office-based in Oxfordshire, with hybrid or remote working considered for the right candidate
• Excellent company benefits including fam trips, 24/7 Private Online GP Appointments, day off on your birthday and more
• Opportunity to manage significant, high-value client relationships
• Join an established, specialist luxury ski business with a strong reputation in the market
Apply with your CV quoting GTR1916 or visit: www.
Luxury Travel Sales Consultant | Office-based | Amersham | £28-35,000 + Bonus
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with an established, independent luxury tour operator who are recruiting a Luxury Travel Sales Consultant to join their team.
The Role:
As Luxury Travel Sales Consultant, you will work with clients to create highly personalised, tailor-made holidays from initial enquiry through to their return home. You'll use your destination knowledge and creativity to design memorable itineraries, manage your own client portfolio and build long-term relationships that encourage repeat business and referrals. You'll also contribute to team sales targets and represent the company at selected events and exhibitions.
Luxury Sales & Operations Specialist | Hampshire | Office Based with hybrid flexibility | Salary up to £60,000 plus bonus
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a luxury travel business who are recruiting a Luxury Sales & Operations Specialist to join their small team. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced sales professional with a strong background in ultra-luxury travel and a genuine understanding of ultra-high-net-worth clients.
The Role:
As Luxury Sales & Operations Specialist, you will manage sales enquiries, build strong client relationships and oversee bespoke trips from initial enquiry through to departure, return and follow-up. You'll create tailored itineraries, manage budgets, negotiate with suppliers and coordinate every element of a client's trip, including private jets, ground transport, staffing, ski services, restaurants, spa treatments and events.
Guest Services Executive | Hybrid | SW London | £26,500 + Commission
Gecko Travel Recruitment are thrilled to be working with this award-winning cruise company based in London who are looking for a Guest Services Executive to join their team on a permanent basis.
The Role:
As Guest Services Executive, you will be responsible for handling all pre and post cruise inquiries and correspondence from guests via telephone, email, or letter. You will have previous experience working within a Customer Services environment and a proven track record in exceeding guest expectations. Minimum 12 months experience working in a Guest Service role within the travel industry is essential to be considered for this role.
Worldwide Travel Consultant | Office based | North London | Salary £25-28,000 + Commission
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a multi-award-winning travel business who are recruiting a Worldwide Travel Consultant to join their team.
The Role:
As Worldwide Travel Consultant, you will be responsible for handling incoming sales calls from trade travel clients, providing expert travel advice and creating accurate flight quotations. You will use your sales skills, destination knowledge and Galileo GDS experience to maximise sales opportunities, build strong customer relationships and deliver an excellent level of customer service.
You Will Have:
Previous travel sales experience (essential)
Strong Galileo GDS experience
Excellent geographical and destination knowledge
Strong understanding of the travel sales process
Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
A strong sales focus with the ability to maximise revenue and promote ancillary products
Ability to work calmly and make quick decisions under pressure
Excellent customer service skills and a professional telephone manner
A positive, "can-do" attitude and willingness to support the wider team
Additional Info:
Salary £25,000-£28,000 depending on experience, plus commission
Team commission of up to £4,000 per year
1 in 3 Saturdays required, with a day off during the week in lieu
Fully office based in North London
Opportunities to travel
Travel discounts for you, your family and friends
Friendly, supportive team with regular socials and events
Pension scheme
Excellent career development opportunities within the travel industry
Apply with your CV quoting GTR1911 or visit: www.
Operations Executive | Office based |North London | £25-28K + Commission
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a multi-award-winning travel business who are recruiting an Operations Executive to join their team.
The Role:
As Operations Executive, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional post-booking support to travel agents partners, ensuring all issues are resolved efficiently and professionally. You will manage booking amendments across flights, hotels, car hire, and transfers, as well as process APIs and mobility forms. This role requires strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure, all while maintaining the highest standards of customer service.
Contract Specialist - Hotel Partners | London | Salary £40-45,000
Gecko Travel Recruitment is working with a high-end luxury travel business who are looking for a Contract Specialist - Hotel Partners to join their team. This is a newly created role offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced travel professional.
The Role
As a Contract Specialist - Hotel Partners, you will be responsible for managing group travel enquiries from initial contact through to confirmation. These groups may include wedding parties, family celebrations or a corporate event.
Senior Latin America Travel Expert | Remote | UK | Competitive Salary + Quartely Bonus
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a well-established luxury travel business who are recruiting a Senior Latin America Travel Expert to join their team.
The Role:
As Senior Latin America Travel Expert, you will be the lead consultant for Latin America, with the opportunity to help build and develop this exciting new product for the business. You will manage enquiries from initial contact through to post-travel, creating high-end, tailor-made itineraries and building strong, long-term client relationships.
You Will Have:
• 4+ years' experience in luxury, tailor-made travel, specialising in Latin America (essential)
• Strong first-hand destination knowledge, particularly Peru, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Costa Rica and Ecuador
• Proven sales track record within a target-driven environment
• Experience designing complex, tailor-made itineraries
• Excellent communication and client relationship-building skills
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and time management
• Commercially minded, proactive and self-motivated approach
Additional Info:
• Competitive salary dependent on experience, plus performance-related bonus paid quarterly
• Remote
• Generous annual leave entitlement and long service benefits
• Birthday off
• Discounted travel and exclusive industry rates
• Educational trips and ongoing training and development
• Company pension scheme
• Exciting opportunity to lead and help establish a brand-new Latin America product
Apply with your CV quoting GTR1908 or visit: www.
Operations Lead (Technical) | London | Office Based | Salary £55-70,000 (depending on experience)
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a leading luxury travel business who are recruiting an Operations Lead (Technical) to join their London team
The Role:
As Operations Lead (Technical), you will oversee the day-to-day partnerships operations function, ensuring hotel and travel products are accurately configured across internal systems and distribution channels, while leading a small specialist team and working closely with commercial and technology stakeholders. This full-time, office-based role (with the option to work from home on Mondays or Fridays) offers an experienced travel operations professional the opportunity to take ownership of partner operations, onboarding, systems and process improvement within a fast-growing luxury travel environment.
You Will Have:
Previous experience within travel operations, hotel distribution, partnerships or product operations
Strong knowledge of GDS and hotel connectivity platforms Amadeus and Synxis
Experience leading, mentoring or managing a small team
Excellent analytical and organisational skills with a strong eye for detail
Confidence working across multiple systems and using Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Additional Info:
Salary £55-70,000 depending on experience
Fully office-based role in London (with the option to work a Monday or Friday from home)
Newly created role with the opportunity to lead and develop a growing operations team
Excellent company benefits, including the opportunity to enjoy an annual staff trip to some amazing destinations
Collaborative and innovative company culture
Apply with your CV quoting GTR1899 or visit: www.geckotravelrecruitment.