The team is led by Nicki Goldsmith, director of leisure sales, who reports into vice president of global sales Lee Haslett.
 
Finch has joined the airline from OGI, where she led strategic account management in her role as business sales manager.

Meanwhile, Wood has joined the team from Cruise1st, where she will utilise her skills in the cruise sector to drive revenue and support the brand’s trade partners.

The carrier has also promoted Nick Johnson to senior account manager from his previous role as account manager. In the new position, he will specialise in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nicki Goldsmith, director of leisure sales at Virgin Atlantic, said: "We are delighted to welcome Melanie and Sarah to Virgin Atlantic. I know they will bring an incredible wealth of experience within their specialisms, as well as a fresh perspective to their new roles.

"We’ve always been committed to developing the best talent within the travel industry – and to do that, you need to provide new opportunities that add breadth and depth to our team’s skills and experience."