Senior Tour Organiser

Amazing opportunity for a Senior Tour Organiser to join a great company in London who specialise in European cultural tours, you will be working on your own tours: so excellent administrative and communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years'' experience in organising special interest tours to Europe, tour leading, a passion for travel and understanding of the industry, an art history background and a working knowledge of at least one European language.The Job:Designing, planning and costing toursSourcing and liaising directly with European suppliers (hotels, restaurants etc)Working with ground agents (in both Europe and beyond)Liaising with US clients, including pitching for new business and client documentationResponsibility for tour financesHave strong copywriting and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear engaging itineraries and client-facing materialsAnswering client queries over the phone and via emailProcessing tour booking forms and pre-tour client documentationOffice support when colleagues are abroadBooking flights (Galileo or similar)Ensuring all arrangements run smoothly and according to planBeing responsible for the welfare of the party as well as daily logisticsWorking with expert lecturers and / or local guidesCoping calmly and efficiently with any issues which arise - from tracing lost baggage to medical emergenciesSkills Required:Have a background in Art History and/or interest in gardensBe ..... full job details .....