Entertainment and VIP Travel Consultant
American Express Global Business Travel10 months ago
Honolulu, HI, United States
Remote
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and make a significant impact in the industry. As a Remote Travel Counselor, you will join our highly skilled remote team providing outstanding service to corporate business customers, including multinational entertainment conglomerates. Enjoy a warm, inclusive, and collaborative culture with opportunities for internal promotions and career advancement in a 24/7 operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise and arrange travel for corporate business customers (individuals and groups).
- Conduct analysis and research on travel options and pro-actively anticipate traveler needs to sell additional services.
- Arrange and book domestic and international business travel (air, road, rail, and accommodations).
- Utilize Sabre Global Distribution Systems (GDSs).
- Ensure compliance with customers’ travel policies, service provider policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Use positive telephone service techniques and address special customer requests.
- Collaborate with your team to coach, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to enhance service levels.
Required Qualifications
- Passion for excellence in client service and proactive anticipation of traveler needs.
- Native expertise in Sabre GDS.
- Three to five years of Corporate Entertainment and Production Travel experience.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and integrity in handling traveler information.
- Solid understanding of the travel industry, with experience in business and entertainment travel.
- Ability to resolve customer issues independently and/or with suppliers.
- Teamwork and openness to feedback.
- Flexibility to work in a 24/7 operation, including afternoon shifts (12pm-12am) as required.
Benefits & Perks
- Join a diverse, supportive, and fun team of Traveler Care professionals from around the globe.
- Grow your career with a purpose-led organization passionate about progress through travel.
- Enjoy the flexibility to work from home in a truly global workplace.
- Comprehensive benefits program including health & life insurance, a retirement savings program with employer match, access to a global colleague assistance program, and a wellness platform (eMindful).
- Be part of an environment that champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
- Compensation: The US national base salary range is $46,200.00 - $85,800.00 with eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and/or company performance.
Required Skills
GDS (Sabre) Expertise
Corporate Entertainment Travel
Research & Analysis
Team Collaboration
Production Travel
Client Service
Travel Arrangement