Job Description

Carnival UK & P&O Cruises are a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our guests. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Strategic Partnerships Executive to bring fresh insights and expertise to our P&O Cruises Sales department. 

Role Overview

This office-based role supports the Business Manager, Strategic Partnerships, in driving revenue and unlocking growth opportunities across a defined portfolio of travel agent partners. You’ll help deliver targeted business plans and KPIs for P&O Cruises, while nurturing strong relationships and ensuring strategic goals are met.

You’ll play a key role in executing commercial strategies and maximising business opportunities within these agencies, using your initiative to make informed decisions and contribute to the success of our trade partnerships—guided by the Business Manager and Director of Trade Sales. 

This pivotal role will involve:

• Support delivery of sales targets for defined accounts in conjunction with Business Manager, as defined by Director of Trade Sales 
• Coordinate campaign promotional activity to be delivered through Travel agent partners in conjunction with other channels, while ensuring alignment to our brand guidelines
• Working closely with Business manager to support the monthly budgetary process for specified travel agent accounts
• Support the delivery of commercially effective campaign strategies, ensuring a coherent approach across of sales channels.

This role is positioned at CUK10 level within our organisation and is available on a full-time time, permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

What You'll Bring:

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience within a commercial/ marketing / sales environment
• Organise administration accurately and effectively
• Knowledge of IT packages including Excel, Word, Power Point
• Ability to learn in-house software packages quickly.

About You: The Ideal Candidate

You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:

• Previous experience within the travel/cruise industry or a sales/customer service environment.
• Experience of working with 3rd party agencies
• Experience of working in a sales or marketing environment in the travel industry
• Knowledge of the cruise industry Proven experience of working in a team Report writing skills
• Sales & negotiation skills.

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
• Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes
• Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment
• In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
• Life Assurance
• Parental and adoption leave
• Employee Shares Plan
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Onsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go meals
  

Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

Recruitment Journey
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