The main role of a Business Travel Consultant is to build relationships and understand the needs of our clients whilst delivering a ‘ high-touch ’ service that saves clients time and drives down their total cost of travel.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :SERVICEProvide a dedicated, consistently high level of service to all travellers & travel bookers tailored to their individual requirements, with a desire to always exceed client expectation by going the extra mileEffectively manage your workload to meet all deadlines asrequired, internally or client drivenDemonstrate an excellent understanding of various account processes and policies, and can adapt quickly to any necessary changes to these, as and when they ariseWork directly with the client’s General Travel Manager, for guidance on policy matters that require escalationPre-trip approval knowledge will be an advantageDemonstrate proactive thinking and provide a consultative approach to all travel requests providing an end‑to‑end solution for all clientsAdvise proactively on relevant Passport and Visa requirements and procedures for all destinationsAlways apply Quality Control procedures and processes in line with ISO27001 (data security certification) and PCI complianceRecommend andprocureancillary products asrequiredi.E., car rental, ferry, etc.Good knowledge of high-speed intercontinental rail optionsrequiredSAVINGS, PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE & OPTIMISED VALUEDeliver cost effective solutions across all aspects of travelProactivelyidentifyand implement opportunity to add value to each booking through specialist supplier relationshipsUtilise detailed understanding of the client policy to drive compliance for the client while maximising opportunity to enhance traveller experienceKnowledge and ability to apply a variety of fare types and contracts to air bookings, including private contracted fares, round the world fares, air passes, creativefaresand published faresQualify opportunity for and proactively deliver split and combination fare ticketing where appropriateProactivelyidentifycross market and local inventory differences,



and when these should be taken advantage ofLook at alternative airports/routings for the client which could offer better convenience and/or cost savings to clients, this should also include Low-Cost Carriers where appropriateProcure the best hotel rates for clients utilising GDS and non GDS channelsMonitor all bookings for fare/rate saving opportunities up until completion of the tripCONTINUAL DEVELOPMENTHave an enthusiastic and willing to learn attitude, attending all relevant training / coaching asrequiredAchieve individual and team-basedobjectivesthrough the annual Performance Development Review (PDR)WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:Develop andmaintainmulti-level client relationshipsManage and administer commercial models according to clients’ needs that meet R&M;’s corporate objectivesDevelop client focused solutions that respond to the clients’ changing needsIntroduce solution innovation to improve end to end processesEnergized and comfortable with a fast-moving, sometimes ambiguous, environmentProvide formal strategic reviews of the programme performanceDrive a common service delivery to the client in accordance with agreed Service Level AgreementDrive contract renewal and ultimately client retentionDevelop as a thought leaderExceptional organization and project management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levelsStrong business and operational senseConfidence, opinions, good judgement, and an inclination to actionAbility to adapt and thrive in a hyper-growth environmentIndustry experience preferred: adequate experience in working within a corporate environment or online travel agencyKEY ATTRIBUTES :Manage your own tickets issuance for both Air and EurostarCalculate your own reissues and changesin a timely manner,



working in liaison with the Ticketing Department.Exceptional telephone manner and good written skillsDemonstrate ability to make effective use of resources available to complete tasks to agreed deadlinesHas achieved a continuous record of experience in a core business travel environmentMinimum qualification level to Fares & Ticketing VAII (formally BA2)Fully conversant with one or all GDS systems; Sabre, Galileo, AmadeusFully conversant withEvolvirail booking systemGood knowledge of European rail provider frameworks and reservation systems.Comprehensive knowledge of the travel industry and products in the market including differentaircrafttypes and cabins.Knowledge of Low-Cost Carriers in the market and theirdifferent productsavailable.Experience of mixed mode booking tools, and how to support both offline/online bookings.Have a ‘team player’ approach to an office environmentExperience in using MS Word and Excel software packagesExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to work well in a highly pressurised environment, and ability to adapt quickly to increases in travel request volumes.Flexible approach to working environment and willingness to work on at different office locations.Ability to build a good rapport with all clientsAt Reed & Mackay we welcome everyone with an open mind and an open heart. This is because we knowpeoples' different experiences, identities and backgrounds helps us to build a culture where everyone cancollaborate and be their authentic selves, whilst feeling safe, valued and included.Reed & Mackay is committed to providing equal opportunities by assessing all potential candidates according to their skills, knowledge, qualifications and capabilities. No regard will be given to factors such as age, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion,disability or neurodivergence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics when making any employment decisions, including hiring.Reasonable adjustments or accommodations will be provided, where required, and in line with local laws, tocandidates who have a disability or are neurodivergent. Please notify us of your requirements at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

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