Careers at Canadian Affair
Canadian Affair is the leading tour operator selling tailor made packages to Canada. Want to be the best in the travel industry? We are!
So if you are looking to join one of the youngest, most dynamic hard working teams, then read on.
With an average age of 28, over 60 staff across 3 fabulous offices locations: Notting Hill Gate London, Glasgow City centre and downtown Vancouver, you’ll not only enjoy what you do but also love where you work.
We have a passion for Canada, selling, being the very best as well as enjoying our jobs. Canadian Affair knows how to look after its staff, so you’ll enjoy a great salary and benefits package and progression is always possible, as is the ability to move around our different office locations.
As highlighted in the Plimpsoll Portfolio Analysis of the top 1500 travel companies Canadian Affair are ranked as follows:
- Sales/employee 4th place
- Remuneration/employee 8th place
- Sales growth 29th place
- Pre tax profits 30th place
Overall Canadian Affair are among the top 50 companies listed as best trading partner.
So think you fit the bill? Want a new challenge? Are prepared to work hard and reap the benefits? Then send us your CV and perhaps you could be joining our dedicated team soon!Airport Representatives
Canadian Affair, the UK’s leading Tour Operator to Canada
Since our inception in 1995 we have grown into an award winning company, renowned for our low fares, industry leading products and fantastic customer service.
In 2006 we became part of the Transat AT inc Group, widely recognised as the leading integrated holiday travel group in Canada. We also maintain a strategic alliance with Thomas Cook Airlines which is exclusive to our Canadian routes.
Role : Our Airport Representatives are the best in the business. As one of our team you will be an ambassador of our brand, central to the smooth running of the airport operation. If you thrive under pressure and enjoy working in a fast paced environment we are the company for you.
Key responsibilities:
- Pre-flight preperation.
- Post-flight reconciliation.
- Ticket/documentation issuing.
- Sales.
- Customer service.
- Maintaining strong working relationships with handling agents, airline partners and airport staff.
- Problem solving.
Skills/Experience/Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Previous experience of working in a customer facing role within an airport either with an Airline, Tour Operator or Handling Agent.
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
- IT literate.
- Ability to think and act quickly.
- Familiarity with a CRS would be beneficial.
- Weekend work and early starts are required.
We have full time positions available at London Gatwick (40hrs pw) and part-time positions available at London Gatwick (upto 20hrs pw), London Heathrow (upto 10hrs pw), Manchester (upto 20 hrs pw) and Dublin (upto 20 hrs pw). Please indicate in your application which airport and position you are applying for. All contracts are Seasonal and subject to a probationary period and satisfactory references.
Successful candidates will benefit from full training, a rewarding working environment and competitive pay.
To apply please e-mail your covering letter and CV for the attention of David Savage to airport.jobs@canadianaffair.com or post you application to:
- David Savage
- UK Airports Manager
- Canadian Affair
- Hillgate House
- 13 Hillgate St
- London
- W8 7SP
Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Travel Consultants
- We are currently looking to recruit experienced travel consultants with a passion for Canada in our London and Glasgow offices.
Through your own knowledge and recommendations you will be responsible for tailor-making holidays to Canada as well as selling flight seats.
The successful applicant must be self motivated, enthusastic, flexible, and have a passion for selling.
Email your CV and a covering letter to:
careers@canadianaffair.com
Administration
- We are currently looking for an excellent candidate to work in our busy administration and ticketing department in our London head office. This department issues all scheduled airline tickets, charter tickets, prepares client invoices and tickets ready for despatch, as well as booking land components.
You will need to have a keen eye for attention to detail and be a good team player.
Our fast growing dynamic company means you will be self-motivated, flexible, enthusiastic and work well in a busy environment.
Send your CV and a covering letter to:
Panita Sharma
Hillgate House
13 Hillgate Street
London
W8 7SPOr email to: panita@canadianaffair.com
