Tourism, is also known as Inbound Travel. Gecko Travel Recruitment has a portfolio of clients within this sector to include Tour Operators, DMC’s, and Attractions, all of which specialise in Groups and FIT tours to the UK & Ireland. In Tourism it is common for roles to require fluency in another language.
Tourism jobs in this sector would include Group & FIT Reservations, Hotel Contracting, Product Management, Operations, Sales Management, Administration and Finance.
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a leading Travel Business. They are seeking a Business Development Manager to grow inbound group travel to the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics from the LATAM market.
The Role:
You'll develop new business opportunities across the Latam market, targeting leisure, student, and religious group travel. Responsibilities include building a strong client base, preparing tailored proposals, managing the full sales cycle, and representing the company at trade events.
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a leading Travel Business who are seeking a Business Development Manager. This role will be based in North America and grow inbound group travel to the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics.
The Role:
You'll drive sales growth across North America, focusing on religious, student, and leisure group travel. You'll manage client relationships, develop tailored proposals, attend trade shows, and deliver competitive, profitable itineraries.
Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with an award-winning travel business who are looking for a DACH Sales Executive. This role focuses on creating tailored itineraries and quotations for inbound group travel to the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics for the German-speaking market.
The Role:
You'll prepare detailed costings and itineraries using contracted rates, ensuring each proposal is timely, competitive, and profitable. You'll develop strong relationships with clients and support them throughout the booking process, including occasional 24-hour emergency cover.
Gecko Travel Recruitment are delighted to be working with this leading Destination Management Company who are recruiting a UK General Manager to join their London team on a permanent basis.
As General Manager you will be collaborating closely with other members of the Leadership Team and be responsible for driving company strategy across all functions, with full P&L ownership for your region. You will manage 6-8 direct reports and a team of around 70 people.
Ideally, you will have over 15 years of experience in the travel industry, including at least 5-7 years in a senior management role.