Location: Purfleet, Essex / Hybrid Working
Salary: £30,000 per annum + Guaranteed £5,000 Annual Bonus
We are a specialist sports travel company that organises UK and international tours for schools, sports clubs, and professional teams. Although established within our sector, we remain a small, agile business with ambitious growth plans and a genuinely supportive culture.
With only a handful of employees, every member of the team plays an important role in our success. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a key stage of our growth and work directly alongside the business owner.
The Role
We are looking for an organised and relationship-focused Partnerships & Operations Coordinator to support the team. This is a varied role that combines account management, supplier relationship management, business support, and operational coordination.
You will play a key role in maintaining relationships with our global network of partners whilst helping identify and develop new suppliers.
The successful candidate will become a trusted member of a small team where initiative, communication, and attention to detail are highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
* Build and maintain strong relationships with existing international suppliers, partners, and tour operators.
* Act as a central point of contact to ensure key relationships remain active and engaged throughout the year.
* Research, identify, and onboard new suppliers and destination partners worldwide.
* Support the Managing Director with business coordination and day-to-day operational activities.
* Ensure effective communication between internal stakeholders and external partners.
* Attend industry events and trade shows when required.
* Maintain accurate records of supplier and partner communications.
* Support projects and operational requirements as the business continues to grow.
About You
* Previous experience in account management, relationship management, partnerships, operations, travel, hospitality, events, or a similar customer-facing role.
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
* Comfortable working independently within a small business environment.
* Confident managing multiple priorities and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
* A genuine interest in sport, travel, or both would be highly advantageous.
* Positive, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing business.
What's On Offer
* £30,000 basic salary.
* Guaranteed £5,000 annual bonus.
* Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
* Mix of office-based and home working.
* Opportunity to work directly with the business owner and influence company growth.
* Exposure to international sports travel projects.
* Long-term career development within a growing business.
* Friendly, supportive, and entrepreneurial working environment
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year