Apprentice Travel Consultant FRED. OLSEN TRAVEL LIMITED

Location

Church, Lancashire | United Kingdom

Job description

What you will do in your working day

If you have always contemplated a career in the travel industry, then we want to hear from you!

As an Apprentice Travel Consultant, you will have a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow with a team of supportive individuals who are professionals and have a passion for the industry. This position is a unique and exciting opportunity allowing an apprentice to gain knowledge and experience in the travel industry.

The travel industry is ever-changing and for that reason, no two days are alike. The world is a vast place and there is a lot to learn. We are looking for candidates with a thirst for knowledge and learning. It is an industry that you will never get bored of! We offer opportunities for travel, conferences, cruise ship visits and Tour Operator training to assist you in becoming the best Travel Agent you can be. 

Reporting to the Branch Manager your duties will include:

• Inputting customer bookings onto system and taking responsibility for all aspects of the booking.
• Create and maintain accurate booking files.
• Deal with enquires from customers who have already booked and confirmed holidays.
• Understand how to calculate prices and correctly apply business terms.
• Invoicing, ticketing and processing payments.
• Develop product knowledge to better assist the customer.
• Handle all forms of correspondence and bookings/enquiries received.
• Assist customers to establish their requirements and to convert enquiries into sales.
• Assist with the design and delivery of marketing campaigns.

The training you will be getting

• This is an Apprenticeship; the successful candidate will work towards the Travel Consultant Level 3 qualification.
• This will be a work-based apprenticeship, therefore there will be no requirement for a day release to college.
• You will have an allocated assessor from an apprenticeship training provider who will visit you in the workplace and provide 1-2-1 training, support, and guidance throughout the course.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

• After successful completion of the apprenticeship course, there will be the possibility of progressing into a full-time position within the business. 

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Salary

£11.65k per annum