Working for On The Go Tours
About On the Go Tours
Originating from modest beginnings that involved guiding intrepid travellers on budget-style excursions to Egypt, On The Go Tours now escorts tens of thousands of customers to over 50 captivating countries worldwide, accommodating all levels of budget. We are a global company with people based in the UK, Australia, Canada, South Africa and New Zealand and as a team we pride ourselves on having the most passionate people in the industry, committed to making the excitement of travel available to anyone who seeks it. Now is a great time to join our team as we look to expand our range of destinations further and grow our team.
Front End Developer - Manchester, United Kingdom
Overview of the role
We are in search of a dedicated and skilled Front End Developer to join our Front End department.
Forming a new development team based in Manchester you will be responsible for upgrading and maintaining our customer facing website, as we re-engineer the customer journey to improve our conversion rates and give our customers the best experience possible.
The role will be mixed office (2 days a week)/ homeworking so self-motivation and the ability to work in both legacy and new systems will be key skills.
You will be joining the business during an exciting period of growth and change. At the beginning of the re-engineering journey, you will have the opportunity to use your skills and experience to produce software which provide significant upgrades to the website which will drive key objectives the business and be a crucial contributor to the success of the company.
Core Responsibilities and Day to Day Activities
- Front-End Development: Develop responsive, accessible user-friendly and maintainable web interfaces using Qwik(JS).
- Data Analysis: With the support of the Product Director use data analytics to find opportunities to improve the customer journey.
- Collaboration: Collaborate within the Front End team, tech team, marketing team and other areas of the business to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Testing and Debugging: Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure software quality and reliability.
- Documentation: Maintain clear and concise documentation for code, APIs, and development processes.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Interest in using technology to drive commercial results
- Interest in data analysis/interrogation to drive improvements in CX
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Strong experience in Front End a Front End Framework such as React, Angular, etc
- Strong experience with HTML and CSS (Tailwind preferred)
- Experience with NodeJS/NPM
- Understanding of RESTful APIs
- Knowledge of software testing methodologies inc FE Testing
- Familiarity with Git
- Preferable – SQL/Data interrogation
- Preferable - Experience with Qwik(JS) is a plus
- Preferable - Familiarity with cloud services (e.g. Cloudflare/AWS)
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Front End Developer
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or attendance to a coding school is preferred
Full Stack Developer - Bristol, United Kingdom
Overview of the role
We are in search of a dedicated and skilled Full Stack Developer to join our technology department.
Forming a new development team based in Bristol you will be responsible for maintaining and upgrading our software systems and importantly, working on green field projects as we selectively re-engineer software which has supported the business for the last 20+ years.
The role will be hybrid remote (2 or 3 days a week in the office, the rest working from home), so self-motivation and the ability to work in both legacy and new systems will be key skills.
You will be joining the business during an exciting period of growth and change. At the beginning of the re-engineering journey, you will have the opportunity to use your skills and experience to produce software systems which provide significant upgrades to the tools available to the business and be a crucial contributor to the success of the company.
Core Responsibilities and Day to Day Activities
- Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain web applications and APIs using PHP, Laravel, and React.
- System Reengineering: Refactor and reengineer existing systems to improve scalability, performance, and maintainability.
- API Development: Create RESTful APIs to support new features and integrations.
- Front-End Development: Develop responsive and user-friendly web interfaces using React.
- Database Management: Work with databases (MySQL to optimize data storage and retrieval.
- Collaboration: Collaborate within the tech team and other areas of the business to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Testing and Debugging: Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure software quality and reliability.
- Documentation: Maintain clear and concise documentation for code, APIs, and development processes.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Proficiency in PHP and Laravel for server-side development.
- Strong knowledge of React for front-end development.
- Experience with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Understanding of RESTful API design and development.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Database design and SQL query optimization skills.
- Knowledge of software testing methodologies.
- Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) is a plus.
- Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS) is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Full Stack PHP Developer.
- Previous experience in maintaining and reengineering software systems is a plus.
Product & Commercial Manager - Manchester, United Kingdom
Overview of the role
This is an exciting new opportunity within the thriving and expanding Product & Commercial team. You will be responsible for creating new and managing existing product, including tour set-up and pricing, to maximise sales and profitability for the business. A key aspect of the role will be building and developing supplier relationships, ensuring we have the best products and availability for our customers. Understanding the market and competitor activities will be essential as we source and exploit new opportunities to grow the business.
Core Responsibilities and Day to Day Activities
- Set up and manage the end-to-end process of product development, from ideation and contracting to pricing and implementation.
- Track sales and margin performance for specified destinations, channels and/or customer origin markets.
- Stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging destinations to ensure our product portfolio remains competitive and innovative.
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop and implement promotions and campaigns to drive sales and achieve revenue targets.
- Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring favourable terms and conditions for the company and our customers.
- Apply department Revenue Management practices and decisions to daily pricing and competitor tracking to ensure profit and revenue opportunities are maximised and any risks managed.
- Content writing including trip notes, documents & client letters.
- Proven experience in a commercial role, ideally within the travel industry
- Strong demonstrable commercial awareness.
- Tenacity to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
- Confident and analytical approach to problem solving and decision making.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as work independently and manage work of others.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Product & Commercial Executive - London or Manchester, United Kingdom
Overview of the role
This is an exciting new opportunity within the thriving and expanding Product & Commercial team. You will be responsible for creating new and managing existing product, including tour set-up and pricing, to maximise sales and profitability for the business. Understanding the market and competitor activities will be essential as we source and exploit new opportunities to grow the business.
The successful candidate will be given training and support in the role under the guidance of a Product manager and there will be opportunities to grow and develop your commercial skills.
Core Responsibilities and Day to Day Activities
- Assist in setting up and managing the end-to-end process of product development, from ideation and contracting to pricing and implementation.
- Provide support in tracking sales and margin performance for specified destinations, channels and/or customer origin markets.
- Stay informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging destinations to ensure our product portfolio remains competitive and innovative.
- Support the team collaborating with the sales and marketing teams to develop and implement promotions and campaigns to drive sales and achieve revenue targets.
- Maintain contact with suppliers to ensure product details are always up to date and work together to resolve customer queries.
- Learn how to apply department Revenue Management practices and decisions to daily pricing and competitor tracking to ensure profit and revenue opportunities are maximised and any risks managed.
- Content writing, including trip notes, documents & client letters.
- Strong demonstrable commercial awareness.
- Tenacity to work in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment.
- Confident and analytical approach to problem solving and decision making.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as work independently and manage work of others.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Proficient computer skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Performance Marketing Executive - Manchester, United Kingdom
Overview of the role
We are in search of a dedicated and skilled Performance Marketing Executive with a primary focus on SEO, backed by 2-3 years of hands-on experience. The ideal candidate will emerge from a technical SEO background, demonstrating a profound understanding of search engine optimization strategies and best practices.
While SEO will be the primary focus, this role presents a unique opportunity for the candidate to take on additional responsibilities in various marketing channels. We are specifically looking for individuals with strong data skills, capable of leveraging analytics to drive strategic decisions. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic about expanding their skill set and taking a broader role in fostering the growth of other marketing channels such as Email, Paid Search and Social.
If you are a results-driven professional motivated by witnessing tangible growth, we invite you to apply and be a crucial contributor to our team's success in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Core Responsibilities and Day to Day Activities
- Develop and execute performance marketing strategies across various digital channels, including SEO, Paid Search (SEM), Email Marketing, and Social.
- Monitor and optimize campaigns to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as ROI, conversion rates, and click-through rates.
- Conduct keyword research and analysis to enhance organic search visibility.
- Manage and optimize paid advertising campaigns on platforms like Google Ads, Facebook, and others.
- Create and optimize email marketing campaigns, including segmentation and A/B testing.
- Collaborate with content creators to ensure SEO-friendly content and landing pages.
- Analyse and report on marketing performance, providing actionable insights and recommendations.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to maintain a competitive edge.
- Assist in budget management and allocation to maximize marketing ROI.
- Work closely with the marketing team to align performance marketing strategies with overall marketing goals.
- SEO, Paid Search (SEM), Email Marketing, or Social Advertising experience.
- Experience in using digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., Google Ads, Google Analytics, SEO tools, email marketing platforms).
- Knowledge of A/B testing and data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and draw actionable insights and build reporting dashboards.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Familiarity with the travel and tourism industry is a plus.
