Claire Hodgkin has returned to the industry in a newly created role at Newmarket Holidays.

Claire becomes Business Development Manager for the South West of England and South Wales as part of the operator’s expansion of its trade sales team.

She has previously worked in Regional Sales Manager and Trade Sales Executive roles at Saga Holidays, as well as with Thomas Cook and Travelex.

She returns to the travel industry after two and a half years.

The creation of the new trade sales team role will bring the Newmarket Holidays’ on-the-road team to six, with Amy Burt also returning to the company from maternity leave to cover both Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Head of Trade Sales Richard Forde said: “Newmarket Holidays is delighted to welcome Claire back into the industry she loves after she had time away during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“This is not only good news for us, but it’s good to see expertise returning to the industry.

“Her vast experience and industry knowledge are a wonderful addition to the already strong team and with Amy returning full time too, this puts us in an even better position to help service our agent partners.”