Incentive Travel Team Leader

Northampton Business Directory; Newport Pagnell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel incentive company in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Team Leader to manage their travel prizes team. The successful candidate will oversee planning and executing exciting travel incentives for clients, maintain supplier relationships, and manage their team's performance. A proven background in travel or events management, excellent organizational skills, and strong leadership abilities are essential. The role offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus scheme

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to industry discounts

Childcare and Cycle2Work voucher

Employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in travel, events, or incentive management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of the travel prizes & incentives team.
• Plan and execute travel prizes and incentive experiences.
• Maintain relationships with travel providers and suppliers.
• Handle client and prize winner queries professionally.
• Manage budgets and resources for project delivery.
• Seek opportunities to enhance prize offerings.
• Provide guidance and leadership to the team.
• Assist in business development efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Are you an experienced Travel Manager, Assistant Manager or Team Leader from either a retail travel, corporate travel, tour operations or an events & incentives background? Would you like a Monday to Friday role, paying up to £35k pa, bonus and 28 days holiday plus bank holidays? A Team Leader opportunity has arise with an Incentive Travel company to manage a small (but growing) team of Reservations Consultants, being hands on managing corporate clients, putting together travel itineraries for incentives and prizes. Based within a commutable distance of Northampton, Milton Keynes, Wellingborough and Bedford.

This leading specialist Travel Company specialise in creating unforgettable travel prizes and incentive experiences for global brands. Based in Buckinghamshire they pride themselves on delivering exceptional service and unique, memorable rewards. As they are growing they are seeking a Team Leader to join our team and help manage our their incentive travel operations. As the Team Leader will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of our prize fulfilment service. You will manage a small, dynamic team and be responsible for coordinating, planning, and delivering exciting travel prizes and incentives to clients. This is a hands‑on role with plenty of scope for growth and progression within the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day management of the travel prizes & incentives team.
• Plan, organise, and execute travel prizes and incentive experiences from start to finish.
• Maintain strong relationships with travel providers and suppliers.
• Ensure all client and prize winner queries are handled efficiently and professionally.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure the seamless delivery of each project.
• Continuously seek out opportunities to enhance the quality of our prize offerings.
• Provide support, guidance, and leadership to your team, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Assist in business development efforts, identifying areas for growth and improvement.

The Package

• Competitive salary, based on experience in the region of £30k - £35k pa
• Excellent opportunity for career progression within a growing company.
• A friendly and supportive working environment in our Buckinghamshire office.
• The chance to work on exciting travel and incentive projects for the world's biggest brands.
• Company bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year.
• No weekends.
• Access to industry discounts.
• Childcare and Cycle2Work Voucher.
• Access to an employee benefits platform offering discounts at high street stores, legal and counselling services and much more.

Your Experience

You will have proven experience in a similar role, ideally within travel, events, or incentive management. In addition you will have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You will be a strong leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. You will have a willingness to take on new challenges and grow with the business. If you're passionate about travel, love managing projects, and are eager to lead a talented team, this could be the perfect role for you!

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