London’s premier Open-Top Bus Tour Operator is seeking vibrant, customer-orientated individuals to join their On-Street Sales team. We offer full training and development for this full-time seasonal position in the heart of Central London.
Be part of the buzz of the Central London excitement, delivering outstanding customer service and expert knowledge, working within a well-established and rewarding environment.
Seasonal Contracts for 2 months are available ending in September 2022, with opportunities for an extension or transfer to permanent staff for outstanding individuals. We offer a weekly rate of £376 - £469 basic, plus commission and other incentivised bonuses.
Job Description
You will be required to actively pursue ticket sale opportunities and provide excellent customer care, including providing details of all the company’s sightseeing services to customers/prospective customers.
You must provide a consistently high level of service to the company’s customers.
Skills Required
• Excellent customer care and interpersonal skills;
• Previous sales experience;
• Ability to gain a rapid understanding of the company’s products and procedures;
• High standard of presentation, time-keeping and ability to work under pressure;
• First class communicator, (language skills would be an advantage);
• Commercial understanding to enable the operation to prosper against external competition;
• Ability to work outdoors, in a Tourist Environment in Central London.
Hours/Days of Work
Average of 9 hours per day, any 5 days in a week, Saturday to Friday, as indicated on a Rota. Weekend working is essential and you must be available for our peak service throughout July and August.
Pay Rates (pay review pending)
Established Rate £10.43 per hour, (Training/Starter rate £8.40 per hour normally applicable during first 6-8 weeks of employment). In addition great earning potential with commission which can exceed £200 in a week (depending on personal sales) and premium point payments which are made in addition to the basic pay.
Application
Please apply by emailing your CV and a short cover letter/email along with your contact details to Alistair Brockbanks; telling him why you feel that you would be great at this job. A brief telephone discussion will take place prior to the offer of an interview and all interviews will be held at our Visitor Centre near Trafalgar Square, London, SW1 Y.
The Training Course runs from Monday 5 June to Friday 16 June 2022 inclusive, you must be available for all weekdays Monday to Friday during that period.
You must be 18 years or over. Proof of the right to work in the UK is essential.
Regrettably, only successful applicants will be responded to
If you’re good… you’re welcome.