Travel Arrangement Coordinator

The Oakleaf Group; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits including health, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

A financial services consulting firm is seeking a candidate for a travel management role. Responsibilities include organizing travel arrangements, creating itineraries, negotiating with vendors, and managing travel budgets. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills, along with proficiency in travel management software. The role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including healthcare plans. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple bookings and changes efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively.
• Ability to negotiate favorable terms with travel service providers.
• Familiarity with travel management software and tools to streamline booking.
• Ability to handle unexpected travel issues and provide quick solutions.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage all aspects of travel, including booking flights.
• Create detailed itineraries for travel.
• Negotiate contracts with travel service providers.
• Develop and manage travel budgets.
• Implement and oversee travel policies.
• Manage travel-related emergencies.
• Provide exceptional customer service regarding travel issues.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Technical Proficiency

Problem-Solving Skills

Tools

Travel management software

Job description

Description

The Oakleaf Group is a mortgage and financial services consulting firm with expertise in risk management and financial modeling for the mortgage and banking industries. Our clients are banks and non-bank mortgage firms, government agencies, law firms, insurance companies, institutional asset managers, and hedge funds.

We differentiate ourselves through our approach to the relationships with our clients. We begin with the belief that each client relationship will be ongoing, spanning multiple projects/engagements. We invest in communication and research to ensure that we fully understand the drivers of every client’s short- and long-term success. We align our goals with those of our clients, and we continuously monitor and adjust to ensure that the relationship stays strong.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Travel Arrangements: Organize and manage all aspects of travel, including booking flights.
• Itinerary Planning: Create detailed itineraries.
• Vendor Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with travel service providers.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage travel budgets.
• Policy Implementation: Implement and oversee travel policies that align with organizational goals.
• Emergency Handling: Manage travel-related emergencies, such as flight cancellations or delays.
• Client Service: Provide exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving any travel-related issues that may arise.

Requirements

• Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple bookings and changes efficiently.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients and vendors effectively.
• Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate favorable terms with travel service providers.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with travel management software and tools to streamline booking and expense tracking.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to handle unexpected travel issues and provide quick solutions.

Compensation & Benefits

The Oakleaf Group offers competitive compensation based on the candidate’s skills and experience. Oakleaf offers healthcare benefits to include health, dental, and vision plans as well as other benefits in accordance with applicable Federal or State law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Oakleaf Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. The Oakleaf Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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