Sports Travel Executive
Posted: 12 hours ago
Job Description
Sports Travel Executive - Bespoke Packages for World-Class Events📍 Location: East Croydon (office-based, Mon–Fri)💰 Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience)🎟️ Perks: VIP event access, supplier trips, hosting opportunities, luxury travelAbout Prestige Corporate EventsPrestige Corporate Events is a luxury entertainment provider offering access to the most exclusive sporting and music events in the world. From Wimbledon Debenture seats to Monaco Grand Prix yachts, Champions League boxes, Glastonbury VIP glamping, and more - we design unforgettable experiences for businesses looking to entertain, impress, and retain high-value clients.We’re now hiring a Sports Travel Executive to lead the planning and delivery of our international sports travel packages - a key role in the growth of our product team.Role OverviewYou’ll design, manage, and execute high-end travel experiences for major sporting events worldwide. This includes coordinating all elements of the trip - flights, hotels, transfers, hospitality, concierge services - and often attending events to host clients and oversee delivery on-site.Key Responsibilities✈️ Create World-Class Sports Travel PackagesBuild and manage bespoke packages to events such as:🏁 Formula 1 (All Grand Prix weekends)⛳ Ryder Cup⚽ Football World Cup🏉 Rugby World Cup🤝 Supplier & Partner ManagementBuild strong working relationships with DMCs, airlines, hotels, and local partnersNegotiate the best rates while maintaining top-tier service levels🧾 End-to-End Operational DeliveryCoordinate all logistics, itineraries, and event-specific detailsBe on-site at key events to host clients, resolve issues, and ensure VIP delivery🎯 Sales Collaboration & Product PackagingWork closely with the sales team to build packages that are commercially attractive and easy to sellCreate compelling itineraries and content that help drive conversions🔍 Product Development & InnovationStay ahead of market trends, event calendars, and client expectationsRecommend new destinations, formats, and offerings that keep us ahead of the curveWhat We’re Looking For✔️ Minimum 2 years’ experience in sports travel, luxury events, or high-end leisure travel✔️ GDS system experience (e.g. Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo) is essential✔️ Strong knowledge of global sporting events and corporate client expectations✔️ Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset✔️ Clear communicator, confident with both clients and suppliers✔️ Commercially astute with negotiation and margin awareness✔️ Willingness to attend and host clients at events both in the UK and abroadSalary & Benefits💷 £30,000 – £40,000, depending on experience📈 Structured career development in a fast-growing industry🎟️ Regular access to VIP events and global hosting opportunities🏢 Office-based role (Mon–Fri) in a vibrant team just 1 minute from East Croydon StationWhy Join Prestige Corporate Events?You’ll have the autonomy to build and run unforgettable sports travel packages - and the opportunity to experience the events first-hand while hosting our VIP clients. If you’re passionate about global sport, live experiences, and delivering excellence at every stage, we want to hear from you.👉 Apply now and be part of the team redefining luxury sports travel.
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