Travel Consultant - American Express

American Express Services Europe Limited; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 334,800 - 502,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive base pay

Competitive performance-based bonus

Health, dental, vision and life insurance

Free HMO coverage

Retirement Fund

Career development opportunities

On-site gym

Workplace flexibility

Job summary

A leading travel services company in Metro Manila is seeking a Travel Consultant to assist Premium Card Members with personalized travel experiences. This role involves providing exceptional customer service, planning and executing travel arrangements, and ensuring customer loyalty. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in customer-facing roles. This position offers attractive pay and a hybrid work arrangement, catering to both onsite and work-from-home setups.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide premium customer service, ideally in a Call Center environment.
• Experience servicing customers ideally in hospitality or high-end customer service.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Delight Card Members with unforgettable travel experiences.
• Customize travel itineraries through booking various travel arrangements.
• Assist customers with issues related to travel plans and website navigation.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Communication skills

Geographical knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Multiple software tools

Job description

Description

You lead the way. We’ve got your back.

At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly redefining what’s possible — and we’re proud to back each other every step of the way.

When you join Team Amex, you become part of a diverse community of over 60,000 colleagues, all with a common goal to deliver an exceptional customer experience every day. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we champion your meaningful career journey with programs, benefits, and flexibility to back you personally and professionally. Every colleague shares in the company’s success.

Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to our customers, communities, and each other every day. And, we’ll do it with integrity and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they truly belong.

Join #TeamAmex and let’s lead the way together.

As a brand built on going above and beyond to provide the best customer experience, having the most exceptional colleagues is paramount. As the face of the company, you can create positive interactions with our customers every day– from curating a unique travel or lifestyle experience to helping them with their everyday needs. And, you can grow your skills through industry-leading training and ongoing coaching, all while learning what it means to continually set the standard for world class, customer‑first service. Find your place in service on #TeamAmex.

Get a first‑class start to your travel career.

If you have a flair for exceptional customer service, an aptitude for learning and natural curiosity, this role is for you. With an intensive paid training and coaching program, here’s your chance to become a highly skilled Travel Consultant. Are you up for the challenge to join a key player in the travel industry?

From learner to leader, see the bigger picture.

Awards & Recognition

• No. 1 in the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Credit Card Satisfaction Study of National Credit Card Issuers
• #5th in Great Place to Work’s Best Workplaces List in the Philippines for 2021 and 2022
• #9 in Great Place to Work’s Best Workplaces in Asia under the Multinational Category for 2021
• One of HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work For 2021
• We are AON HEWITT’S BEST EMPLOYER for 2017, 2018, and 2019 in the Philippines
• ICT Award’s Best Global In‑House Center Company for 2017, 2018, and 2019
• ICT Awards’ HALL OF FAME
• J.D. Power’s ranked us the Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Credit Card Companies in the U.S.
• Great Place to Work ® Philippines CERTIFIED
• Great Place to Work ® ASIA CERTIFIED
• Great Place to Work ® GLOBAL CERTIFIED
• Ranked in the Top 10 of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® List in the U.S. for the second consecutive year

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Responsibilities

Once you’ve completed the training, you will be ready to take whatever travel request comes your way. Here’s just some of what you could be doing each day:

You will delight our Premium Card Members with unforgettable experiences.

As a consultant, you will refine your knowledge of customer needs by asking personalized fact‑finding questions to deliver an innovative and extraordinary service through multi‑channel servicing designed to meet customers unique requirements.

You will receive in‑depth training to enable you to be a travel expert and you will know where to look to find the information you need to assist travelers with their changing travel plans such as trip cancellations, re‑bookings, and exchanges. Troubleshoot any customer issues relating to the use of the travel website and expertly guide customers whilst they navigate around the site.

You will research, plan and execute customized travel experiences, through booking domestic and international flights, car and/or hotel travel arrangements.

You will use your in‑depth knowledge to help Card Members access their exclusive benefits, including how to make the most of their Membership Reward points.

You take your understanding of new and existing product offerings, value proposition and relevance to the Card Member, to curate your recommendation.

At times, you will need to de‑escalate a Card Member’s stress when unforeseen travel situations arise.

You will always put the Card Member’s experience at the forefront of everything you do, reinforcing the Membership First mindset and winning their loyalty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven ability to provide premium customer service, ideally in a Call Center environment.
• Experience servicing customers ideally in hospitality, concierges/lifestyle servicing, high‑end customer service or sales roles. Travel reservation experience is a plus.
• A passion for building customer loyalty by carefully listening, building rapport and providing extraordinary customer care, using strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to fluently speak and write in English.
• Natural consultative skills, with the ability to offer confident recommendations.
• Sufficient geography knowledge.
• The resilience and composure to remain positive under pressure and constantly evolving circumstances.
• A problem solver, you’ll be able to effectively explore Card Member issues and offer the best creative solutions with a view to resolving on the first contact.
• A mathematical mind with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Computer skills are vital as you’ll be using multiple tools and systems daily.
• High level of integrity to work with customer information and treat it sensitively.
• Ability to collaborate in person with all colleagues of all levels.
• Ability to thrive in a metric‑driven and team‑based environment, with a healthy drive to meet and exceed goals.
• The flexibility to work shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Bachelor’s degree, associate degree and college undergrads may apply.

Why American Express?

• Attractive base pay
• Competitive performance‑based bonus
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Free HMO coverage from day 1 for the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement Fund
• Career development including training and career growth
• Generous maternity/paternity paid leave
• Private mother’s room
• On‑site gym
• Yoga/Dance studio
• Rest & Relaxation rooms (game room, library, karaoke, movie, and lounge)
• On‑site clinic
• Workplace Flexibility: Full time. Must be amenable to follow a hybrid work arrangement (onsite and work from home)
• Work From Home Requirements:
  • Must have at least 25 mbps internet connection plan / speed
  • Must have a private & quiet area to work at home
• American Express offers a fantastic and diverse working environment. High performance is rewarded with target driven incentives.

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

At American Express, you'll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact - every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company's success. Together, we'll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world's best customer experience every day. And we'll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Additional Note for US Applicants: American Express does not currently utilize the AI capabilities of its application management platform in making employment decisions.

If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position you may contact us by emailing [e-mail] . Please indicate if you would prefer a response via email or phone. US applicants may also contact us by using the US Toll Free number 1-833-707-1981.