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Established in 1977 Travelsphere is the UK’s leading operator of escorted holidays. Our comprehensive range includes more than 200 short breaks, holidays by air, coach and rail, holidays for single travellers, active holidays and scenic cruises the world over.

We employ more than 400 people at our headquarters in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, along with a similar number of Tour Managers worldwide. We offer attractive packages along with excellent training and a commitment to the continuing development of our staff.

Tour Manager Recruitment

We currently have no positions available.

For further information regarding the role of an international tour manager and training opportunities within the UK please visit PALS Training at www.palstraining.eu

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Contact Centre Recruitment

Motor Racing Specialist (3 month secondment)

We are looking to recruit a Motor Racing Specialist on a three month secondment to work within the Motor Racing section of the Contact Centre. Enthusiastic and a good team player, the ideal person will provide assistance to clients booking onto our motor racing tours.

This is a 3-month secondment working on a full time annualised contract between the opening hours of the call centre. Overtime may be necessary at busy times.

You will need experience of working in a sales / customer service environment, good keyboard skills with attention to detail and an excellent telephone manner. A personal interest in the sport would also be a huge advantage. The ability to be able to work flexibly is a must!

Our Contact Centre is open every day, 9am to 8pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm on Saturdays and 10am to 3pm on Sundays.

In return we offer excellent working conditions and competitive salaries.

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Assistant Financial Accounts Manager

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to assist in managing the Finance team. Responsibilities include overseeing the processing of all incoming and outgoing financial transactions; reporting on currency spend and currency exchange gains and losses and other data analysis required by the business; monitoring & controlling the Purchase & Sales Ledger.

This is a varied, challenging and rewarding job, the right person will have;

  • A proactive and results driven approach with an eye for detail
  • Excellent communication skills at all levels
  • Experience of managing, influencing and motivating a team
  • Commercial awareness

PC literacy and previous experience of Microsoft Office is essential.

Hours of work are 37.5 per week Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am to 5:30pm. Overtime will be required as and when necessary.

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Web editor/copywriter

For this role, you will need to be a talented copywriter and editor; comfortable with producing new content and managing the publishing of pre-existing copy. You will plan and manage the development of the content for Travelsphere Group’s websites, e-mails and associated electronic media.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing a small team of Web Content Assistants
  • Working with Marketing colleagues to produce new content for the Travelsphere Groups websites and email campaigns
  • Repurposing/rewriting existing brochure copy for a web audience
  • Identifying and managing third-party content relationships
  • Basic web page creation from existing templates using tool such as Dreamweaver and Photoshop
  • The ability to write engaging informational and sales-driven copy to tight deadlines

Preferred skills and experience:

  • Previous travel industry experience
  • A sound geographical awareness
  • Image manipulation and optimisation
  • Basic HTML/CSS
  • Web usability
  • Knowledge of Web Standards
  • Web-based content management systems

It goes without saying that your communication skills both written and verbal will be second to none and you’ll have the ability to manage your team to achieve business targets and deadlines.

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Contact Centre Recruitment

Service Advisers

We need enthusiastic, team spirited and committed people to provide a good quality and efficient service to our customers over the telephone, ensuring an accurate and friendly service at all times. You will enjoy using your initiative to solve queries and take enormous satisfaction from providing good accurate information that removes any worries or concerns from our customer so they can focus on looking forward to their holiday.

If you’ve already got customer service, telesales or sales experience that’s great. But what we’re really interested in is your personality, your confidence and your energy. Always ready to take the next call, you’re someone who has the natural ability to hit targets and close deals. You’ll also enjoy being part of a successful team and be prepared to work various shift patterns including weekend working.

Our next comprehensive induction course starts in July 2008. In return we will offer you a thorough training programme, good remuneration package, plus unlimited bonus potential, flexible working time and a friendly working environment. Our Call Centre is open every day, Monday to Friday from 9am – 8pm, Saturday from 9am – 4pm and Sunday from 10am – 3pm.

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Contact Centre Recruitment

Sales Advisers

As part of Travelsphere’s friendly telephone sales team you’ll be helping new and existing customers find the holidays and services to meet their needs. With an unlimited bonus available if you exceed your personal targets, we’ll make sure you’re motivated to help our Customers book their dream holiday.

If you’ve already got customer service, telesales or sales experience that’s great. But what we’re really interested in is your personality, your confidence and your energy. Always ready to take the next call, you’re someone who has the natural ability to hit targets and close deals. You’ll also enjoy being part of a successful team and be prepared to work various shift patterns including weekend working.

Our next comprehensive induction course starts in July 2008. In return we will offer you a thorough training programme, good remuneration package, plus unlimited bonus potential, flexible working time and a friendly working environment. Our Call Centre is open every day, Monday to Friday from 9am – 8pm, Saturday from 9am – 4pm and Sunday from 10am – 3pm.

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Customer Services

Administration Assistants

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic people to work as part of our customer services team. All of the roles on offer are challenging and varied. You will be responsible for dealing with our suppliers, and ensuring that our customers receive accurate and timely holiday documentation.

You will need to have first class communication skills, be highly organized with an eye for detail and have a genuine passion for customer service. These are varied and challenging roles. If you’ve got lots of customer services experience, and the ability to think creatively, we’d love to hear from you.

Previous experience of Microsoft Office is essential.

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How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter with current salary details indicating which position you are applying for:

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The Human Resources Dept.
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Travelsphere Ltd, Compass House, Rockingham Road,
Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 7QD


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Or e-mail your details to:
human-resources@travelsphere.co.uk


IIPTravelsphere aims to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

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Travelsphere offer quality escorted touring holidays, ocean cruises, short breaks, river cruise holidays, flight holidays and coaching holidays to Europe, USA, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Central and South America, Africa, China and Asia, and the Middle East. Many of our accompanied holidays include guided local excursions and the chance to extend your stay with a range of add-ons. Enjoy a city break to some of Europe’s top destinations, a tour of China including walking on the Great Wall, or an African Safari with Travelsphere - escorted holiday specialists.

Travelsphere Ltd, Compass House, Rockingham Road,Market Harborough, Leics LE16 7QD Registered in England, company number 1329030