Travel Advisor
Description
As a Travel Advisor for Belmond, you are part of a team responsible for making every journey with Belmond unique and legendary. In this role, you will own all steps of the reservation process, from Inspiration, Research and Booking through to the post-stay follow-up. Based at the Central Reservations, Europe office in London and reporting to the Contact Centre Leader, this is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual with a passion for excellence and storytelling in travel, a strong cultural awareness and an unswerving approach to maintaining standards. If you’re looking to develop your skills and be part of a legacy of luxury, this is your moment.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
- Working closely with the on-property operations teams and the Service Excellence team for seamless handovers and communications of guest preferences.
- Personalising each stay to the guest’s individual preferences. Accurately recording this information in the relevant systems so it is shared with the operations teams.
- Understanding the Belmond Audiences and proactively suggesting destinations, produces and experiences that match to the guest profile.
- Being a true seller and champion for all Belmond products across the portfolio, able to accurately describe, promote and convert on any product a guest wishes to book.
- Meeting SLA targets such as response times, case/queue management and case classification accuracy in Salesforce Omnichannel.
Requirements
What You Bring:
- Applicants must have eligibility to work in the UK.
- 1-2 years’ relevant experience in a similar role, ideally within the luxury travel or hospitality industries.
- Working knowledge of MS Office.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently when required.
- Excellent knowledge of computer reservation programs.
- Strong problem-solving, organisational and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
What We Offer:
At Belmond, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture built on kindness, active listening, and genuine connections with our colleagues and guests. We offer a comprehensive range of compensation, perks and benefits including:
- Medical & Dental insurance plans
- Discover Belmond Programme which includes complimentary and preferred rate experiences at our iconic Belmond destinations, including hotels, trains, safaris, F&B and spa
- 24/7 free remote GP
- Team social events & wellness programme throughout the year
- Employee recognition awards & long service bonus
- 25 days base holiday entitlement (+ bank holidays)
- Birthday & life achievements recognition gifts
- Invitation to LVMH maisons' private sales
We strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. With a commitment to your ongoing development, you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Join us and be part of creating unforgettable moments for our guests, communities, and each other.
This is your moment. Apply today!
About Us
Belmond was born from a passion for connecting discerning travellers with the world’s most remarkable properties, locations and journeys. With a legacy spanning over 45 years, since the acquisition of Hotel Cipriani in Venice in 1976, Belmond has grown into a global collection of 46 properties. A pioneer of slow travel, Belmond has been operating the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express since 1982.
With our vast offerings, the opportunities to craft a unique career here are endless. Join us and achieve the truly exceptional.
The Belmond & LVMH Family
Proud to be part of LVMH, and the Belmond global collection of iconic hotels, trains and river cruises, all creating exceptional experiences worldwide. When you join one of our properties, you join a global family of history-rich hotels and breathtaking destinations, where our employees are at the heart of the Belmond experience.
Skills
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Basics
First name, Last name, Email, Preferred Name, Phone, Address, Photo, I consent to the transfer of my personal information outside of my resident country as may occur in accordance with the Belmond Global Privacy Notice for Staff and Others as linked below. Kindly note: If you click ‘no,’ but continue to apply and then submit, your application will not proceed and will be deleted automatically., Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Are you currently employed by Belmond or another member of the LVMH Group?, Cover letter, Have you been referred to this vacancy by an employee of Belmond?, If you entered "Yes" please provide their full name
Short answers (2)
- Do you have eligibility to work in the UK?
- What is your notice period?
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- In line with legal requirements, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
- Are you currently employed by Belmond or another member of the LVMH Group? (If yes, please give details)
- I confirm that my answers to all questions in this application and the information provided for employment are correct and true and that I have not knowingly omitted any fact or circumstance that would, if disclosed, affect my application. I understand that any deliberate omission or misleading statement may be sufficient grounds for cancelling any employment agreement made with the Company.
Written answers (2)
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- What are your salary expectations (in GBP)?