Travel Sales Specialist - Africa

Job Details: Travel Sales Specialist - Africa Safari / South Africa Audley Travel is hiring a Travel Sales Specialist specializing in Eastern or Southern Africa . This role is ideal for those passionate about travel, customer experience, and with extensive regional travel knowledge. About Audley Audley is a vibrant company that creates tailor-made journeys across Asia, Africa, South America, and other destinations. Recognized as one of the UK's top travel companies, we serve over 20,000 travelers annually and have received multiple awards. Our ethos is to provide exceptional service and unforgettable trips, fostering customer loyalty and referrals. About the Job Our Travel Sales Specialists travel to one or more regions to gain firsthand knowledge, which they use to craft personalized vacation experiences. Training includes a 2-4 week familiarization trip to destinations like Thailand, Vietnam, Portugal, Spain, Italy, or New Zealand, to learn about local guides, cuisine, lodging, and secrets—an invaluable part of the role. Plan memorable trips for clients Achieve monthly sales targets Engage potential clients and explain Audley's services Create customized itineraries prioritizing safety and satisfaction Coordinate bookings with hotels, tour operators, and airlines Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues Participate in one Saturday shift per month (10am-6pm), with a weekday off, scheduled well in advance One weekly shift from 11:30am-8pm Qualifications Willingness to travel 2-4 weeks for training in assigned country Valid passport for international travel outside the US Passion for inspiring others to explore the world Customer service and sales experience preferred Attention to detail and administrative skills Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to educate clients and answer destination questions Location In-person days are at our Boston, MA office in the North End. Employees are expected to be in the office at least 3 days per week. Compensation $51,000 base salary plus commission (typically $500-$1200/month post-training) Coverage of 90-100% of insurance premiums 10 paid holidays, including your birthday One day off for volunteering Generous PTO (starting at 20 days, increasing with tenure) Flexible hybrid work arrangements 2-4 week travel trips as part of training Opportunities for additional travel Friends & Family discounts on luxury travel Work with a dynamic, high-performing team We value our people and promote a diverse, inclusive work environment that helps everyone reach their potential. J-18808-Ljbffr