Travel Counselor

Travel Counselor

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At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and leadership behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.

Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

How will you make an impact in this role?

• You will delight our Card Members with unforgettable experiences
• As a Travel Counselor, you will refine your knowledge of customer needs by asking personalized fact-finding questions to deliver an innovative and extraordinary service through multi-channel servicing designed to meet customers unique requirements.
• You will research, plan and execute customized travel experiences, through booking domestic and international flights, car and/or hotel travel arrangements.
• You will use your in-depth knowledge to help Card Members access their exclusive benefits, including how to make the most of their Membership Reward points.
• You take your understanding of new and existing product offerings, value proposition and relevance to the Card Member, to curate your recommendation.
• At times, you will need to de-escalate a Card Member's stress, when unforeseen travel situations arise.
• You will always put the Card Member's experience at the forefront of everything you do, reinforcing the Membership First mindset and winning their loyalty.
• You will do back-office/callback work to make sure top-of-the-line customer service is given to our card members.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 1 year Travel industry experience within the last two years
• At least 2 years collective Contact Centre/BPO experience
• Basic knowledge of luxury products (e.g., airlines, hotels, cruise & tour, and/or dining, theatre, retail, fashion, sports & events)
• Exceptional Customer Service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet/exceed targets in meeting customer satisfaction & sales
• Can think creatively & multitask
• Exceptional written & verbal communication skills
• A will to win and have worked in a Performance-based environment where regular coaching and feedback is provided to achieve results
• Strong collaboration with others to achieve shared goals
• Can work in a rotating roster, 24/7 schedule including Public Holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Global Distribution System (GDS) working knowledge; Sabre is advantageous

Additional Details:

• Location: BGC Corporate Center 2, 5th Avenue corner 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
• Workplace Flexibility: Full time. Must be amenable to follow a hybrid work arrangement (onsite and work from home)

• Work From Home Requirements:

• Must have at least 25 mbps internet connection plan / speed

• Must have a private & quiet area to work at home
• American Express offers a fantastic and diverse working environment. High performance is rewarded with target driven incentives.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

To know more about our recruitment process, you may watch this short video – What to Expect: Recruitment at American Express

Excited to be part of #TeamAMEX? Walk-in applications will be processed on the same day.

If you are interested and your relevant experience is aligned with the requirements of the role, you may visit our Career Center from Mondays to Fridays, 10am to 6pm at BGC Corporate Center 2, 5th Avenue corner 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig (entrance is at 30th Street cor. Lane A).