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Pertemps | Thames Water
£27,000 Per Annum
Full Time, Permanent
Reading, Berkshire
Ref 44981
Posted 1 day ago
Frequently Asked Questions:
How many Travel Agents jobs are available on Pertemps?
There are 1 Travel Agents jobs available on Pertemps right now.
What does a Travel Agents do?
A Travel Agent is a professional who assists individuals and groups in planning, organizing, and booking travel arrangements. Travel Agents work for travel agencies or independently and play a crucial role in helping clients navigate the complexities of travel, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience.
Tasks required include:
- Consult with clients to understand their travel preferences, requirements, and budget constraints.
- Assist clients in selecting destinations, accommodations, transportation, and activities based on their needs..
- Book flights, hotels, rental cars, and other travel-related services for clients, ensuring all reservations align with their preferences..
- Create detailed travel itineraries, including information on flights, accommodations, transportation, and scheduled activities..
- Offer information on visa requirements, travel insurance, and health and safety guidelines for chosen destinations..
- Provide clients with information on travel promotions, discounts, and package deals to optimize their travel experience..
- Assist clients in making changes to their bookings and address any issues or challenges that may arise before or during the trip..
- Provide exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries, concerns, and requests promptly and professionally..
- Suggest additional services, upgrades, or special packages to enhance the overall travel experience and maximize revenue..
- Stay informed about various destinations, travel trends, and local attractions to offer valuable insights to clients..
- Ensure accurate documentation of client preferences, bookings, and payments. Maintain organized records for future reference..
What are the entry requirements for a Travel Agents?
There are no formal academic entry requirements, although many employers require entrants to possess GCSEs/S grades. Off and on-the-job training is usually available. NVQs/SVQs in travel services at Levels 2 and 3, BTEC, apprenticeships and higher level qualifications are available.