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 most dynamic and hard working teams, then read on.
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 that includes staff travel, contributory pension scheme and private health care and progression is always possible.
As highlighted in the Plimsoll 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 to ([email protected]) and perhaps you could be joining our dedicated team soon!
Current Vacancies
Please check below for our current vacancies.
Travel Trade Support Executive
The Role
- Location: Hybrid – 3 days in our London office (Monday or Friday required), 2 days remote
- Department: Trade Team
- Reports to: Commercial Director
- Contract Type: Fixed-term, up-to 1 year (Maternity leave Cover)
We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Travel Trade Support Executive to join our dynamic team at a leading North American tour operator. This role is essential in supporting our on-road trade team, who work directly with travel agents to deliver training and engagement across the UK. As a key administrative support, you’ll ensure the on-road team have everything they need to succeed—from coordinating materials to liaising with internal departments and external partners. You’ll be the link between trade, marketing, product, and sales, helping us deliver seamless training experiences and strong commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the on-road trade team
- Act as the primary point of contact for owning and resolving client queries and issues raised via the on-road trade team
- Coordinate training materials, event logistics, and agent communications
- Load and maintain travel agent profiles on the in-house system
- Work closely with marketing, product, finance and sales teams to align on-road activity with broader business goals
- Manage the distribution of commercial contracts in collaboration with the Commercial Director
- Liaise with consortia partners to deliver weekly communications and updates
- Maintain accurate records and reporting for trade engagement activities
- Support internal planning and scheduling to ensure smooth execution of training initiatives
Preferred Experience
- Familiarity with North American travel destinations and itineraries is highly advantageous
- Understanding of the travel trade landscape and agent engagement strategies
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in an administrative or support role, ideally within travel, tourism, or hospitality
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with confidence
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with various teams and stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems
- Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently
- Possess a resolution-focused approach to ensure timely, effective outcomes and maintain a high standard of service
Working Pattern
- Hybrid working: 3 days in our London office, 2 days from home
- One of the office days must be either Monday or Friday
- Monday – Friday – 9am – 17.30pm
Why Join Us
- Be part of a passionate team shaping the future of travel trade engagement
- Work in a fast-paced, supportive environment with opportunities to grow
- Enjoy flexible working and a central London location