Travel Associate

**Bring your passion and energy to our growing team. We’re hiring** **Travel Associate** - Full Time, Chennai, India_ **As a Travel Associate,** You will be the first person in the market and really a pioneer. You must be highly resourceful, self-sustained individual who can work well with minimum supervision and be comfortable working at the BCD or client office and be able to manage face to face conversations including managing some highly senior level executives. This position performs at an level and demonstrates an extensive knowledge and understanding and of all areas in the travel industry. Book reservations for air travel, hotel and car rentals, with accuracy Handle Travel arrangements with complete confidentiality and offering high touch services Arrange innovative and creative special services as requested by the client. Solve problems on the spot using various tools and expert communication skills Own problems throughout the lifecycle of issue and be available to respond as necessary Able to make independent decisions under difficult situations Must be able to work in a 'self-directed" environment as well as be a team player Maintains, and seeks expansion of current knowledge and have a growth mindset Achieve individual and contractual service level goals related to telephone, quality, and productivity. Maintain client profiles, ensuring specials requests and reward program information are included, such as frequent flyer / driver / hotel stay. Know and properly use airline terminology, codes, fare basis, airline rules and tariffs, resource guides and industry contacts. Remain informed of all airline rules and regulations and current affairs. Communicate information to clients accurately and appropriately. Assume and perform other duties and responsibilities not specifically outlined herein, as and when requested. **About you**: Ideally you will have 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience as a Travel Consultant. Strong knowledge of managing travel request not only for travel with in and from India but also regionally (APAC) as well as Globally as this person will support request from other markets as part of after office hours services or/and on need basis. Prior experience of working as an implant Dedication to customer satisfaction, show a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done, acting with tact and demonstrating excellent problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism. Strong international booking and ticketing knowledge in complex multi-sector and round the world routing departing from all major global hubs. Demonstrate above average productivity level. Proficiency on GDS (Sabre preferred) system mandatory Demonstrate internet research skills for clients' information. Ability to deliver high levels of customer service to travellers. **About us**: We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000+ people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Learn more about BCD Travel **Your life at BCD** Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of Life at BCD. **You’ll be offered** - Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities - Opportunities to grow your skillset and career - Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge - A compensation package that feels fair to you - Travel industry professional perks and discounts - An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated LI-TL1