Business Travel Consultant

Horizon Recruitment Solutions; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Leeds is seeking an experienced Business Travel Consultant to join their team. You will provide expert travel advice and manage bookings for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role offers a competitive salary of £28,000 plus an annual bonus scheme, as well as excellent benefits including 5 weeks of annual leave, free car parking, and a hybrid working option.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave (increasing to 6 weeks)

Annual bonus scheme

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with a range of clients in business travel.
• Ability to conduct thorough research on destinations and travel options.
• Proficient in fares, ticketing, and reissues.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on travel arrangements.
• Handle bookings for flights, accommodations, and transportation.
• Communicate with clients to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Business Travel knowledge

GDS (preferably SABRE)

Customer service

Effective communication

Job description

Business Travel Consultant

Full Time, Permanent

Leeds

Hybrid or full-time office-based (further details provided upon application)

Free car parking

28,000K plus annual bonus scheme

I am seeking an experienced Business Travel Consultant to join my established clients' business travel team(Worldwide) of experienced industry professionals based within the centre of Leeds.

Day to Day:

You will be using your Business Travel knowledge, providing clients with expert advice regarding all aspects of their travel arrangements.

Candidates should be comfortable working with a diverse portfolio of clients, from media/TV to manufacturing, and be able to communicate effectively at different levels.

• Researching: Looking into destinations, travel methods, prices, customs, and weather conditions
• Suggesting: Providing options for flights, accommodations, transportation, and activities based on the client's preferences and budget
• Organising: Booking tickets, accommodation, and transportation, and arranging meals
• Communicating: Keeping in touch with clients before, during, and after their trip to address concerns and ensure satisfaction
• Providing: Supplying travellers with useful information and materials, such as guides, maps, and event programs
• Promoting: Using promotional techniques and preparing materials to sell itinerary tour packages
• Handling: Dealing with problems and complaints, and determining eligibility for refunds

Ideally, the candidate should be able to demonstrate
Experience with GDS (preferably SABRE)

Fares, Ticketing and Reissues are essential

Hybrid or full-time office-based working is possible, although the initial training/induction period is to be office-based.

Hours: Monday to Friday 9 am to 5.30 pm (No weekends)

This role comes with excellent company benefits including:

• Attractive salary based on experience
• 5 weeks annual leave (plus stats) increasing to 6 weeks with length of service
• Annual bonus scheme
• Free car parking

Further details will be provided upon application

Horizon Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.