Benefits/Perks
Salary + High Commission Potential
401(k) Plan, Matching
Paid Time Off
Discounted Travel Perks
Great Work Environment
Company Events & Parties
Job Summary
We are seeking a Travel Agent to join our team! As our Travel Agent, you will spend your days communicating with clients, listening to their travel needs, and planning all components of their travel. You will also be responsible for suggesting additional trip add-ons, processing payments from clients, and maintaining excellent communication throughout the journey. The ideal candidate has strong communication and customer service skills, previous sales experience in the travel industry, can handle travel emergencies, is detail-oriented, and can multitask across multiple projects and trips at any given time.
Responsibilities
Field incoming phone calls and walk-ins from new potential clients
Present multiple trip options based on their wants and needs
Book air, hotels, cruises, activities, tours, and insurance for clients
Accept and process payments
Maintain a line of communication throughout the trip planning process as well as during the trip itself
Assist in any emergencies to give the client the best experience possible
Maintain excellent records of clients, payments, trips, and other details in our Agency software program
Qualifications
Excellent communication and customer service skills, sales experience a plus
Strong understanding of the logistics of travel and geography
Strong listening skills, with the ability to translate what the client enjoys into a trip or experience
Must be comfortable communicating in person, over email, and on the phone with clients
Familiarity with basic computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, and common calendar software
Willing to learn our Agency travel software program
Strong organizational skills
The ability to multitask and shift priorities, as needed