Regional Sales Manager (North)
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | North England, IP1 5LL |
| Company: | Vacancy Filler |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | FEB20263673 |
Summary
Fred Olsen Travel was established in 1988 with family values at its heart and knowledgeable staff across the board. As one of the UK’s most established travel companies, Fred. Olsen Travel provides outstanding customer service, choice and value for money through our six distinct specialisms, covering land, river and sea to go along with the multiple high street travel agencies dotted around East Anglia and the South Coast. Fred. Olsen Travel is also the UK general sales agents for Star Clippers, Amadeus River Cruises and American Cruise Lines. Our mission is to be a world class provider of travel products and services with a reputation for outstanding customer service, unrivalled choice, exceptional quality and value for money.Star Clippers offers a cruise experience like no other - an authentic adventure on the open seas that blends the romance and character of traditional sailing with the comfort and luxury of a modern cruise. Their small-ship voyages create a uniquely personal experience, offering the chance to meet like-minded travellers, discover extraordinary destinations, and, above all, enjoy the holiday of a lifetime.We are excited to offer an opportunity to join the Star Clippers team as Regional Sales Manager for the North. This dynamic role involves working closely with the Head of Trade Sales and the wider Sales Team to maximise new business opportunities across key accounts while nurturing and expanding existing trade partnerships. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving performance in line with budgeted targets, increasing brand awareness of Star Clippers among both trade partners and consumers, and acting as a true brand ambassador with a clear focus on delivering results.In this position you will manage a strategic portfolio of trade partners, focusing on strengthening partnerships, delivering growth, and identifying new key accounts to expand Star Clippers’ presence. Acting as a passionate brand ambassador, you will represent Star Clippers at trade conferences, training sessions, networking events, and consumer-facing activities, while also supporting promotional initiatives such as incentives, competitions, and familiarisation trips. The role also involves providing product training to agents, contributing to joint events with industry partners, supporting regional social media activity, and assisting with exhibitions and events. Alongside the commercial focus, you will be responsible for maintaining strong administrative discipline, including budget management, sales analysis, reporting, expense submissions, and ensuring timely processing of invoices. You will work collaboratively with internal teams, including Reservations and the Monaco office, to ensure smooth communication, correct marketing procedures, and effective use of marketing spend.We are keen to hear from individuals with experience in a field-based role. It is essential that the successful candidate has a background in the cruise and/or tour operating industry. To thrive in this position, you will be highly motivated, with strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate confidently and effectively at all levels.This is a permanent, full-time role working 35 hours per week. Flexibility is required, including occasional evening and weekend work. The role is field-based, with regular travel necessary to drive brand awareness among both trade partners and consumers. A full driving licence is therefore essential and a company car will be provided.Attached to this advert you will find a detailed Job Profile and an overview of the staff benefits we offer.Our values are:Customer Driven: We strive to look through the lens of each customer to ensure we continuously put their needs and expectations at the heart of everything we do.Valuing Diversity: We believe differing views and experiences make us stronger. By working to create a representative and inclusive business, we can deliver the right solution to our customers in the right way.Investing in people: We believe that by continuously seeking to grow personally and professionally develop our people, we can improve our future today.Winning Together: We deliver our best outcomes and results when we all pull in the same direction, creating a positive team spirit where people feel valued, support each other and share in success together.Doing the right thing: We pride ourselves on doing what is right and building trust in every situation with our people, customers and community.Fred. Olsen Travel offers a range of company benefits including BUPA medical, Life Assurance, discounted holidays and cruises plus retail discounts and cash back incentives through our MyBenefits scheme.As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process, please do not hesitate to let us know.We know our people are our biggest strength, and we’re determined to continuously enhance the way we manage, develop, and lead. Here at Fred. Olsen Travel we are proud to be accredited by Investors in People, and we take pride in putting our employees first.