Summer Transportation Coordinator

EF Education First Gruppe; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global education organization is seeking a Summer Transportation Coordinator to manage airport transportation for international students in the UK. Responsibilities include booking cost-effective transport, maintaining supplier relationships, and enhancing the overall customer experience. Ideal candidates will have a background in tourism or education operations, exceptional attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills. This is a fixed-term contract from April to August, providing a unique opportunity to enhance your career in an international setting.

Benefits

Work in an international environment

Career enhancement opportunities

Pre-summer training sessions

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Tour Operator or Education operations role.
• Experience with administrative duties.
• Intermediate level of Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with local suppliers in UK & Ireland.
• Work closely with Meet & Greet staff at border entry points.
• Plan and book transportation solutions for students.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving skills

Intermediate Microsoft Excel

Initiative

Adaptable in fast-paced environments

Job description

Overview

EF Language Abroad is seeking a Summer Transportation Coordinator to support the planning and delivery of safe, seamless and cost-effective airport transportation for our international students.

Fixed-term contract between 1 April – 31 August

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop relationships with local suppliers in UK & Ireland
• Work closely with “Meet & Greet” staff at UK & Ireland border entry points
• Plan, consolidate and book cost-effective transportation solutions for students arriving and departing to/from our UK/ Irish schools
• Develop and improve the overall customer experience of arrival and transportation services
• Invoicing
• Assist with financial & quality analysis

Requirements

• Experience working for Tour Operator, Coach Operator or for Operations in Education industry (desired)
• Experience with administrative duties
• Intermediate level of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail
• An analytical mind set and excellent problem-solving skills
• Capacity of working in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Capable of using own initiative and being decisive
• All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references
• Right to work in the UK upon commencement of your contract

Why you will love working with EF

• Work in a truly international environment
• Boost your CV this summer with a world-renowned organisation
• Pre-summer online and in person trainings
• Ambition is nurtured and career enhancement opportunities are available post summer
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

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