Travel Advisor - Paddington, NSW (Sydney)

Travel Advisor - Paddington, NSW

Overview

Here at Travel Associates, we are one of a kind – Australia’s leading luxury travel agency, a certified great place to work, and known for delivering the best client service in the industry. We are growing our business with ambitious travel consultants to curate one‑of‑a‑kind holidays and authentic experiences for our discerning clientele. Your new role: you will join a team of Australia’s most respected travel advisors and become part of a leading national luxury travel network – connecting you with the world’s most sought‑after destinations, suppliers, and industry partners.

Key Responsibilities

As a Personal Travel Advisor, you will research, design, book and manage every detail from start to finish, leaving no stone unturned to ensure each journey is seamless and exceptional for your luxury clientele. Beyond itinerary design, you will embed yourself in your local community – building a strong personal brand, nurturing meaningful relationships, and growing your business through genuine local engagement with community groups and networks. Your one‑of‑a‑kind experience: at Travel Associates, experience lies at the heart of everything we do. As our newest Travel Advisor, you will combine your prior industry experience and personal travel expertise to deliver highly tailored itineraries and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a travel consultant, including experience in leisure travel
• Prior experience working with GDS and sound knowledge of constructing airfares
• Ambition and confidence to operate your own business within a business – you will be focused on delivering exclusive benefits to every single client in order to build and maintain your own repeat and referral database, generated through our luxury and local marketing avenues
• Exceptional attention to detail and a true passion for ensuring every part of your client’s trip is unforgettable

Benefits & Perks

• Guaranteed earnings during transition – adaptable remuneration options tailored to your experience and existing client base, with guaranteed income support during your transition.
• Uncapped earnings with a base wage + commissions – currently annual average earnings of $110,000 OTE including super across the brand.
• Luxury travel industry perks – you’ll be invited to experience luxury cruise, hotels and experiences, ensuring your recommendations are informed, authentic and confident. In the past calendar year alone, 70% of our team participated in educational travel, and you’ll also have access to the world’s leading luxury travel trade fairs.
• Quality time with clients – we don’t service a queue; we meet with our clients at a mutually agreed time in exquisitely designed business locations. We learn about them and form lasting connections to create a travel partnership that is ongoing and repeated.
• Autonomy, freedom and flexibility – you run your day and your client relationships to suit your own unique style.
• Surround yourself with the best in the business – our people are at the top end of the industry. They have admirable knowledge and a comprehensive repertoire of skill, with staff retention at 96% and an average tenure of 15 years in the industry.
• Travel discounts – as part of the Flight Centre Travel Group, travel consultants are extended travel discounts, including for family and friends.
• Reward & recognition – sales incentives, and out‑of‑this‑world global recognition holidays.

Work Arrangements

Travel Associates are open to flexibility with work arrangements, including part‑time and full‑time employment.