Thompsons For Travel - Leisure Travel Consultant, Cape Town

Join a Team That Brings Travel Dreams to Life Every Day

Imagine starting your day with a call from a couple dreaming of their perfect Maldives honeymoon... and ending it by curating a once-in-a-lifetime private safari for a loyal client who trusts only you with their adventures.

That's not just a job— that's life as a Leisure Travel Consultant with us.

At Thompsons For Travel, we don't just move people from A to B— we craft unforgettable moments, lifelong memories, and stories worth telling. We're looking for someone who feels that spark... someone who knows travel isn't transactional, it's transformational.

Designing an island escape for a returning client

Planning a multi-city honeymoon across Europe

Sharing insider travel tips that only a true explorer would know

No cold calling— ever. You'll work with a steady stream of warm Leads from our established client base who already love what we do. Your focus? Building relationships, curating exceptional journeys, and bringing dream vacations to life.

Why You'll Love It Here:

Flexible, rostered shift-based work— because balance matters

Opportunities to travel and experience destinations firsthand

Ongoing destination training, as we believe that knowledge empowers you

A passionate, supportive team that celebrates curiosity and adventure

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has proven experience in leisure or luxury travel consulting

Thrives on creating seamless, inspiring travel experiences

Communicates with warmth, confidence, and attention to detail

Brings energy, professionalism, and a love of discovery to every interaction

If you're ready to design unforgettable journeys and grow your career in the world of luxury travel— We'd love to meet you.

Requirements

Travel and Tourism Certificate

GDS experience - Amadeus preferred

Excellent numeracy and literacy skills

Able to work flexi hours (shift work)

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Good geographical knowledge

Thorough working knowledge of Reservations process from input to output

Experience with reading and interpreting contracts

Ability to meet targets and attention to detail critical

Effective Communication Skills (effective written and verbal communication)

Benefits

You will be working within a fast-paced environment with a team of dedicated individuals putting the satisfaction and safety of our customers at the heart of all we do

There will be plenty of leads so no need for cold-calling

Unlimited learning and growth potential

Basic salary plus lucrative sales commission

Travel opportunities upon reaching and exceeding your targets

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