A minimum of 5 years of experience in luxury travel, charters, corporate sales, or related fields, with a strong emphasis on proactive business development and high-value deal closures.
A strategic mindset.
A client-focused approach.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and regions.
Deep understanding of luxury travel and charter markets, including trends, client needs, and competitive landscapes.
Experience with global luxury brands within travel or hospitality.
Availability to travel up to 50% to grow presence and business for Charters.
Knowledge of the charter business, including yachts, river cruises, and ocean cruises.
Familiarity with multi-year and multi-product sales strategies.
Responsibilities
Drive new business development sourced from Europe, the United Kingdom, the Middle East, and South Africa for charter sales within the Scenic Group portfolio of river, ocean, and expedition ships.
Identify and close high-value charter opportunities aligned with profitability and long-term growth goals for Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises.
Conduct proactive business development focused on profitable charter opportunities.
Engage with and retain clients.
Represent the company at events.
Coordinate cross-functionally across teams and regions.
Provide business support.
Conduct market research.
Track performance metrics.
Desired Qualifications
A book of business with charters, MICE, or corporate direct clients.
We are a premium river cruise company operating across Europe, known for curating memorable guest experiences both on board and ashore.
We are seeking a
Charter and Incentive Sales Manager (100%)
on a 12‑month maternity cover, with the option to remain on the team beyond this period to support our ambitious internal growth plans.
You will play a pivotal role in driving new business development sourced from Europe, the UK, Middle East, South Africa for Charter Sales within the Scenic Group portfolio of river, ocean and expedition ships. This position emphasizes proactive business development, focusing on identifying and closing high-value charter opportunities that align with the company’s profitability and long-term growth goals for both Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises.
Responsibilities • Proactive Business Development • Profitability-Focused • Client Engagement & Retention • Closing Deals • Event Representation • Cross-Functional Coordination • Business Support • Market Research • Performance Metrics
Experience and Qualifications
Minimum 5 years’ Experience in luxury travel, charters, corporate sales, or related fields, with a strong emphasis on proactive business development and high-value deal closures.
Strategic Mindset
Client Focus
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and regions.
Deep understanding of the luxury travel and charter markets, including trends, client needs, and competitive landscapes.
Experience in global luxury brands within travel or hospitality
Availability to travel up to 50% to grow presence and business for Charters
Knowledge of the charter business, including yachts, river cruises, and ocean cruises
Familiarity with multi-year and multi-product sales strategies
Book of business with charters, MICE, corporate direct (preferred)
We offer you an interesting and varied role within a professional team, with the opportunity for professional development. We also offer an attractive salary, generous staff discounts and modern terms of employment.
You can find further information about Scenic at www.scenic.eu.
Are you interested?
Follow the link to our careers page https://scenicglobal.applytojob.com tto apply online