Partnerships & Operations Coordinator

Partnerships & Operations Coordinator

Location: Purfleet, Essex / Hybrid Working

Salary: £30,000 per annum + Guaranteed £5,000 Annual Bonus

We are a specialist sports travel company that organises UK and international tours for schools, sports clubs, and professional teams. Although established within our sector, we remain a small, agile business with ambitious growth plans and a genuinely supportive culture.

With only a handful of employees, every member of the team plays an important role in our success. This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a key stage of our growth and work directly alongside the business owner.

The Role

We are looking for an organised and relationship-focused Partnerships & Operations Coordinator to support the team. This is a varied role that combines account management, supplier relationship management, business support, and operational coordination.

You will play a key role in maintaining relationships with our global network of partners whilst helping identify and develop new suppliers.

The successful candidate will become a trusted member of a small team where initiative, communication, and attention to detail are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

* Build and maintain strong relationships with existing international suppliers, partners, and tour operators.

* Act as a central point of contact to ensure key relationships remain active and engaged throughout the year.

* Research, identify, and onboard new suppliers and destination partners worldwide.

* Support the Managing Director with business coordination and day-to-day operational activities.

* Ensure effective communication between internal stakeholders and external partners.

* Attend industry events and trade shows when required.

* Maintain accurate records of supplier and partner communications.

* Support projects and operational requirements as the business continues to grow.

About You

* Previous experience in account management, relationship management, partnerships, operations, travel, hospitality, events, or a similar customer-facing role.

* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

* Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

* Comfortable working independently within a small business environment.

* Confident managing multiple priorities and building relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

* A genuine interest in sport, travel, or both would be highly advantageous.

* Positive, proactive, and eager to contribute to a growing business.

What's On Offer

* £30,000 basic salary.

* Guaranteed £5,000 annual bonus.

* Flexible hybrid working arrangement.

* Mix of office-based and home working.

* Opportunity to work directly with the business owner and influence company growth.

* Exposure to international sports travel projects.

* Long-term career development within a growing business.

* Friendly, supportive, and entrepreneurial working environment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed