Travel Trade Sales Manager

Travel Trade Sales Manager Canterbury Cathedral

Shape the future of one of the worlds most iconic spiritual and historic destinations We are seeking a commercially minded, relationship-driven Travel Trade Sales Manager to lead our engagement with international, domestic, and inbound travel trade markets. This pivotal new role offers the opportunity to position Canterbury Cathedral-a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the spiritual heart of the Anglican Communion- as a must-see destination for tour operators, wholesalers, and travel industry partners worldwide.

As part of our Visitor Experience team, you will bring your expertise and passion to develop and deliver integrated annual campaigns that attract new audiences and deepen connections with existing partners. Your work will ensure that the Cathedral's story of faith, history, and cultural significance resonates with visitors from across the globe truly inspiring life in all its fullness.

What you'll do:

Lead strategy for travel trade engagement, driving growth in group visitation. Build and nurture partnerships with key stakeholders across the travel industry. Create compelling campaigns that position Canterbury Cathedral as an essential stop for anyone visiting the UK. Champion the Cathedral's unique blend of spiritual heritage and world-class visitor experience.

What were looking for:

A resilient, results-focused professional who thrives on challenge. A natural collaborator, skilled at forging strong relationships internally and externally. Someone with the vision to make Canterbury Cathedral synonymous with faith, heritage, and unforgettable experiences

Be a part of ensuring that a visit to Canterbury Cathedral is not just a stop on an itinerary, but a pilgrimage into history, culture, and spiritual discovery.

About Canterbury Cathedral

Founded by St Augustine in 597 AD, Canterbury Cathedral is a unique place of worship, a major pilgrimage destination, a masterpiece of art and architecture, and one of the UK's most-visited historic sites. Often referred to as England in stone', the Cathedral has been at the centre of momentous events and upheavals. It is the Mother Church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and resting place of royalty and saints.

Canterbury Cathedral is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Our recruiting Approach

As applications are received, interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups.