The Hays Travel Career Pathway
From early-career roles to reaching senior leadership, everyone at Hays Travel has the chance to grow and learn together
Hays Travel is the UK’s largest independent travel agency. It’s a fun and friendly place to work, where colleagues receive a balance of support, training and autonomy to enjoy M\SÄSSPUN HUK YL^HYKPUN careers as they progress through the organisation. With a clear progression pathway, employees at Hays Travel receive tailored support to develop a career
based on their skills and ambitions in an inclusive and nurturing environment. Hays Travel is proud of the many examples of its employees moving PU[V KPffLYLU[ HYLHZ VM the business, including progressing to the senior leadership team. Find out what six Hays
Travel team members, each at various stages of their careers, have to say.
AT THE TOP
Jonathon Woodall-Johnston, JOPLM VWLYH[PUN VffiJLY VM /H`Z ;YH]LS Z[HY[LK OPZ JHYLLY HZ HU HWWYLU[PJL “Many of our senior leaders who began their career as apprentices are
viewed as realistic role models to our new starters.
They are approachable and empathetic to colleagues at KPffLYLU[ Z[HNLZ VM [OLPY QV\YUL` OH]PUN ILLU [OYV\NO P[ themselves, so there is a culture of mutual respect.”
Apprentice
Emmie Insull joined Hays Travel as an apprentice in the Allestree branch in 2022
“When I joined Hays Travel straight from school, I lacked JVUÄKLUJL HUK KPKU»[ RUV^ much about the travel industry. With help from my wonderful colleagues and family, I have grown so much and built skills that help me in my job role and in everyday life. I love the opportunities Hays Travel has given me to expand my knowledge and represent the company.”
Career switcher
Jon Berridge completed the Hays New to Travel course and became a personal travel consultant after 20 years working in education
“After the pandemic, I felt my work-life balance was all wrong. I have always loved travel and enjoy planning trips, so this felt like a natural step. The Hays training was brilliant. I’m only a few months into trading, but I’m amazed at how busy and successful I’ve been. I love
[OL MYLLKVT HUK ÅL_PIPSP[` [OH[ being self-employed gives me. Most importantly, I do not feel alone – I am part of a team who genuinely care for each other.”
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