Operations Executive (Private & Rail)

The Travel Corporation; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical healthcare

Volunteer days

Job summary

Evan Evans, part of The Travel Corporation, is seeking an Operations Executive for its central London office to oversee day tours and bespoke premium experiences, ensuring exceptional service and adherence to targets.

In this maternity cover role, you will manage quotations, travel documents, and guest experiences, coordinating with suppliers, guides, and internal teams to maintain the highest standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in an operational or travel coordination role.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficient IT skills including Outlook, Excel and Word. Desirable: knowledge of London/GB travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue quotations for bespoke travel experiences.
• Upsell products and services as appropriate.
• Ensure travel documents are prepared and distributed to suppliers and guests.
• Deliver tours and bespoke experiences to high standards.
• Manage emergencies and disruptions during guest travel.
• Coordinate with suppliers, guides and internal teams to ensure high-quality experiences.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the full product range.
• Support management with additional tasks as required.

Skills

Operational experience

Travel coordination

Organisational skills

Written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Evan Evans is the most established and best reviewed sightseeing operator in London and has been accompanying visitors on city tours and out of town excursions since 1933. Our mission is to provide high quality, immersive sightseeing experiences that showcase the beauty, heritage, and excitement of Britain and beyond. Our offering includes day tours by coach, walking tours, rail trips, private chauffeur & small group experiences, and we also provide tickets to London's most popular attractions, river cruises and hop-on hop-off tours.

Evan Evans is a proud member of The Travel Corporation (TTC) an award-winning family of 18 brands serving more than 1 million travellers worldwide each year.

OUR VALUES

Our values shape every hire we make and every team we build:

• Act with Integrity - we do what's right
• Own the Outcome - we take responsibility for our decisions
• Succeed Together - we've got each other's backs

POSITION PURPOSE

Working within a vibrant team in our central London office, the Operations Executive is responsible for the smooth running and operation of our day tours and bespoke premium experiences, whilst maintaining a superior standard of customer service to achieve the company's service targets.

Working in a team environment, the role is focused on service excellence and becoming an expert across our product range, including tailor-made itineraries for premium guests, enabling us to continue being the highest-reviewed day tour operator.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIE

Accurately prepare and issue quotations for bespoke and premium travel experiences within agreed deadlines.

• Upsell relevant products and services where appropriate.
• Ensure all travel documents are correctly prepared and distributed to suppliers, guides and/or guests.
• Deliver all tours and bespoke experiences to the highest operational standards by working closely with suppliers, guides, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure all guest experiences meet or exceed expectations.
• Manage any emergencies that arise while guests are travelling, escalating to management when required.
• Monitor rail, venue, and road closures and take proactive action to minimise guest disruption.
• Investigate and respond to negative feedback received via email or review platforms.
• Coordinate the recovery and return of lost property in a timely manner.

Support Operations Management with additional tasks as required by the business.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of the full product range.
• Participate in ongoing training and development initiatives.
• Proactively suggest new ideas and improvements to existing processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and partners to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality tours and bespoke experiences.
• Collaborate with teams across the business to develop and maintain best practices.
• Work closely with the Guest Services team to deliver a consistently high level of customer satisfaction throughout the entire guest journey.
• Adhere to company KPIs and achieve individual performance targets.

ROLE SUCCESS CRITERIA

• Tours and bespoke experiences delivered to the highest operational standards.
• Guest experiences meet or exceed expectations.
• Quotations and travel documents prepared accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Guest disruption and operational emergencies managed proactively and effectively.
• Company KPIs and individual performance targets achieved.

KEY INDIVIDUAL TRAITS

• Attention to detail: Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Calm and proactive: A calm, proactive, and solutions-focused approach when working under pressure.
• Collaborative: Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, with effective written and verbal communication skills.

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND EXPERTISE

• Experience in an operational or travel coordination role.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team; passion for delivering outstanding guest service.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word). Desirable: Strong knowledge of London and Great Britain; previous experience within the travel or tourism industry; experience coordinating bespoke or premium travel experiences.

TRAVEL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Contract: Maternity Cover - 6 Months
• Location: Evan Evans Head Office - 258 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London, SW1V 1BS
• Hybrid role
• Rotational shifts
• Five (5) days out of seven (7), including weekends and Bank Holidays, in line with business requirement

WHY JOIN US?

At TTC, we're growing fast and looking for ambitious people who want to be part of

our exciting journey. We'll give you the tools, training, and support you need to succeed, while offering clear opportunities to progress your career

Alongside this, we offer a strong benefits package, including private medical healthcare, paid volunteering days, and a host of additional benefits.