Travel Consultant Job at Local Foreigner, LLC, New York, NY

Yi90V0pZdzM1dmczN2NKV1MrdUgvQUFWQVE9PQ==
  • Local Foreigner, LLC
  • New York, NY

Job Description

DESCRIPTION:

Local Foreigner is a boutique consultancy specializing in high-end curated travel. From the bespoke to the basic, we guide our clients on everything from a weekend in Paris to an expedition to Patagonia. Our mission is to deliver the most personalized travel experience through caring service and a seamless planning process. The Local Foreigner brand represents a warm, worldly sophistication with curator's keen attention detail, and we believe it is crucial for everyone behind the brand to represent these qualities. Our Travel Consultants are client-facing and have a minimum 2 years experience preferably in high-end travel planning. They have traveled extensively throughout the world and procured a breadth of knowledge in luxury hotels and service providers. Travel Consultants also have an intrinsic care for people and are empathetic to even the most discerning client needs; they are hard working (often having to work after hours during seasonal periods as well as when client travel issues arise), well-organized, extremely detail-oriented, resourceful, and can excel in a fast-paced forward-thinking environment. They provide mentorship and training to Local Foreigner's Travel Coordinators and Associates. This candidate shares our passion and belief that travel is a source of inspiration, renewal and joy. Local Foreigner is a growing small business whose greatest assets are its people and its technology. We maintain a laser-focused growth strategy with a systematic goal-setting process which the entire team participates in by supporting all areas of the business as needed. We seek a dynamic candidate with excellent growth potential who fi nds fulfi llment in building a business and evolves with our company over the long-term. This is a unique opportunity to join a small, tight-knit team of travel professionals in a supportive, but challenging work environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Correspond with UHNW clients via email, phone and in person Research destination, culinary & activity recommendations Correspond with suppliers (hotels, operators & independent guides) to coordinate bespoke travel arrangements Liaise with hotel concierges to make dining, entertainment & ground transportation reservations Build travel itineraries from idea generation to trip departure using Salesforce itinerary builder Track time on client trips through an online tracking system•Enter data into CRM (trip feedback, scouting reports, account/client information, etc. Reconfirm client itineraries before client departure Meet or exceed established sales goals Mentor, train and delegate to Local Foreigner Travel Coordinator(s) and Associate(s) Invoice clients, taking credit card payments, submit payment requests Learn and use Local Foreigner tools including Salesforce and Sabre Attend in-office or virtual meetings and events as well as travel on FAM, staff-planned scouting trips and/or attend domestic or international conferences on behalf of Local Foreigner (which may occur over weekends) Add feedback & scouting reports to the CRM promptly post-travel Participate in the idea generation and implementation of side projects to support Local Foreigner's cautious, deliberate growth REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree & New York-based (required) Minimum 2 years' experience at Luxury Travel Consultancy/Agency or as an Executive Assistant. Must have direct client facing experience. Extensive international travel experience (min. 20 countries and luxury product knowledge within those countries) Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present, persuade and communicate effectively Experience in crafting creative experiences for discerning clientele Ability to present, persuade and communicate effectively Able to handle high-stress situations and remain calm Team player, able to work collaboratively and within groups Strong work ethic; someone who identifies opportunities to take on more and is not bothered working after hours when the need arises Proactive and resourceful; an intuitive problem-solver Detail-oriented and excellent time-management and organizational skills with ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously Positive attitude with passion for travel, and a reflection of Local Foreigner's brand ethos Quick-learning, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Tech-savvy, proficient with MS Office (Excel skills mandatory) and knowledge of Sabre, Adobe Suite & Salesforce will be considered a plus COMPENSATION: Compensation based on experience (base salary + bonus based on performance thresholds) Annual travel opportunities (estimated retail value $20,000+ per trip) Health Care Plan (medical, dental & Vision benefits) Retirement & Profit-Sharing Plan (401k) 15 days of Paid Time Off, 10 annual holidays, 4 religious floating holidays , 5 remote work or remote scouting days Training & Development *Benefits subject to change without notice Local Foreigner, LLC

Job Tags

Holiday work, Seasonal work, Local area, Remote job, Weekend work,

Similar Jobs

Good Samaritan Society

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Nursing Assistant - NA - Woodland - PT Nights Job at Good Samaritan Society

 ...: 100 Buffalo Hills Ln W, Brainerd, MN 56401, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Night Shifts Job Schedule: Part time Weekly Hours...  ...preferred. Required Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with the State Board of Nursing, or state certified... 

Auto-Chlor System

Outside Sales Representative Job at Auto-Chlor System

 ...Sandler Selling System. Responsibilities: Prospecting restaurant and foodservice operations with a need for our service within...  .... Auto-Chlor specializes in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services that protect people and vital resources. We have... 

Torque Consulting

Construction Superintendent Job at Torque Consulting

 ...experienced Site Superintendent with a background in civil construction and earthwork ? Join a leading sitework contractor specializing...  ...$80K salary with growth opportunities. A steady pipeline of civil and sitework projects across multiple Florida counties... 

Robert Half

Computer Systems Validation Specialist Job at Robert Half

 ...Job Description Job Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Computer Systems Validation Specialist in New Haven County, Connecticut. As part of our team, you will be instrumental in ensuring adherence of computer systems used in regulated industries... 

Postal Hiring Guide

Mail Carrier Assistant - No Experience Required Job at Postal Hiring Guide

 ...Explore a World of Career Opportunities as a Mail Carrier with USPS Are you ready to embark on a new career path? The United States Postal Service (USPS), the largest government agency in the nation is hiring Mail Carriers for positions nationwide no prior experience...