Cruise Sales Agent – UK/EMEA (German Speaker)

Description

 JOB DESCRIPTIONJOB TITLE: Cruise Sales Agent – UK/EMEA 

POSITION REPORTS TO: Team Lead – UK/EMEA

DIRECT REPORTS: None

LOCATION: Woking, England, United Kingdom

*This role is hybrid and requires working in our physical office 2 days a week.* 

*Must speak German*

POSITION SUMMARY:The Voyage Sales Specialist – EMEA & UK serves Travel Partners and Direct Guests across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Acting as a key liaison between our valued accounts and the wider Sales and Operations teams, the Specialist drives business growth by providing seamless end-to-end service. This includes managing reservations, assisting with guest needs, handling irregular operations (i.e. redeployments), and maximizing every interaction as a sales opportunity—all while ensuring an exceptional Azamara experience.

ABOUT AZAMARAAzamara is a global premium cruise line inspiring curious and passionate travelers to explore the world through immersive voyages. We deliver world-class service both onboard and across destinations worldwide. Our employees enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development—while being part of a vibrant international team that values collaboration and innovation. 

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK FOR AZAMARA

• Join a growing,      transformative cruise brand.
• Be part of a      multicultural, global team that celebrates diverse perspectives.
• Work with colleagues      and guests from across EMEA and beyond.
• Embrace and embody our      core values:
  • Curiosity –       We approach every interaction with empathy and open-mindedness.
  • Sustainability –       We protect the world where blue meets green.
  • Integrity –       We do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
  • Accountability –       We take ownership and deliver results.
  • Passion –       It’s in everything we do.

WHO YOU ARE

• Engaging,      professional, and relationship-driven.
• Skilled at managing      time and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated,      proactive, and detail-oriented.
• An excellent      communicator who listens, empathizes, and resolves effectively.
• Comfortable working      independently in an office and a results-driven setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide personalized      service to Travel Partners and Direct Guests across EMEA and the UK.
• Handle inbound and      outbound calls, emails, and correspondence in line with regional service      standards.
• Respond promptly to      sales inquiries and identify upsell or cross-sell opportunities.
• Manage existing      bookings, including modifications, payments, and guest preferences.
• Assist with special      requests, accessibility accommodations, and bespoke travel needs.
• Oversee      re-accommodations or redeployments and ensure accurate handling of refunds      and cancellations.
• Manage guest      preferences related to Future Cruise Credits (FCCs) and maintain accurate      client records.
• Support EMEA Sales      Managers in growing key accounts and achieving sales targets.
• Collaborate with      internal teams (Operations, Revenue, Marketing, and IT) to resolve guest      and partner issues efficiently.
• Participate in      department initiatives, performance projects, and training as required.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years of      sales or service experience, preferably in travel, tourism, or      hospitality.
• Proven ability to      manage client relationships and deliver high-quality service.
• Strong communication      and writing skills, with professional fluency in English.
• Additional European      language(s) (e.g., German, French, Spanish, Italian) highly      advantageous.
• Familiarity with      travel booking systems such as Seaware and call management tools      such as Ring Central preferred.
• Strong organizational,      multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working      across time zones and in-office, 5 days a week.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Customer-focused      mindset with natural sales instincts.
• Skilled in building      rapport with travel professionals and direct guests.
• Excellent attention to      detail and follow-through.
• Confident working      independently and taking ownership of outcomes.
• Enthusiastic,      positive, and driven to exceed expectations.

Work Schedule:Flexible, between 9:00am GMT – 9:00pm GMT, with a willingness to adapt to various time zones to support a global customer base.

Why Join Us: This is a unique opportunity to be part of an innovative team at the forefront of transforming our contact center sales approach. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to play a significant role in shaping the future of our sales operations.

Application Instructions: If you are a strategic, results-driven sales leader passionate about elevating the customer experience and driving meaningful change, we would love to hear from you.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and listen. The employee can also be required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. This is a full-time position and may exceed 40 hours per week. Scheduled days and hours of work are determined by the need for coverage of the employees with the need to flexibly cover all operational hours up to and including closing hours and weekends/holidays as needed.   

WORK ENVIRONMENT: It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Azamara and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.