Travel Coordinator at Local Foreigner, LLC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

64000.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Time Management, Detail-Oriented, Problem-Solving, Team Player, Tech-Savvy, Proactive, Resourceful, Flight Operations Knowledge, MS Office Proficiency, Salesforce Knowledge, Adobe Suite Knowledge, Hospitality Background, Flexibility

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Local Foreigner is a boutique consultancy specializing in high-end curated travel. Whether orchestrating a romantic weekend in Paris or planning an epic Patagonian expedition, we transform travel aspirations into flawless realities. Our mission is to deliver the most personalized travel experience through caring service and a seamless planning process. We embody a sophisticated global perspective paired with warm, personal service – qualities we look for in every member of our team. We are seeking a Travel Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate is a smart, super-organized, intuitive communicator who thrives in a fast-paced forward-thinking environment. The Travel Coordinator will provide day-to-day support to Local Foreigner’s Travel Consultants. Responsibilities include coordinating travel arrangements, calendar management, entering data, and building itineraries. Local Foreigner is seeking a team player eager to support various aspects of the business. We’re looking for a motivated candidate with exceptional growth potential who thrives on building a business and is excited to grow alongside us for the long term. This is a unique chance to break into the high-end travel industry and work closely with a team of highly experienced professionals. Responsibilities: Create and keep client travel documents such as itineraries and invoices updated Correspond with vendors to coordinate and execute travel arrangements Liaise with private aviation companies and Local Foreigner flight specialist to provide flight recommendations Coordinate directly with personal and executive assistants to manage schedules, organize appointments, and ensure smooth communication and timely execution of client requests and priorities Update and maintain client’s personal calendar, ensuring all meetings, travel itineraries, and key appointments are accurately added and organized for easy access and timely reminders Ensure all files and documents are saved pursuant to Local Foreigner’s best practices Reconfirm client itineraries before client departure Enter data into CRM (account/travel information, etc.) Track time on client trips through an online tracking system Learn and use Local Foreigner tools including Salesforce and Sabre Attend in-office meetings and evening events on behalf of Local Foreigner Requirements: In-office, New York-based Bachelor’s degree Proven experience in customer service or hospitality background a plus Detail-oriented and excellent time-management and organizational skills with ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously Flexible and willing to work after hours and on weekends as needed to accommodate client needs, urgent tasks, or time-sensitive matters Knowledge of flight operations and airline industry, including but not limited to flight scheduling, ticketing, and air travel logistics a plus 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 Proactive and resourceful; an intuitive problem-solver Outstanding written communication skills Ability to present, persuade and communicate effectively Positive attitude with passion for customer service, and a reflection of Local Foreigner’s brand ethos Quick-learning, and able to work in a fast-paced environment, able to navigate competing priorities confidently Tech-savvy, proficient with MS Office (Excel skills mandatory) and knowledge of Sabre, Adobe Suite & Salesforce will be considered a plus Compensation: Salary: $64,000 Anually Employee medical, dental & vision benefits Retirement & Profit-Sharing Plan (401k) 15 days of Paid Time Off, 10 annual holidays, 4 religious floating holidays Training & Development After 1-year review of training, Coordinator will be eligible for the following benefits to enhance their career: Travel on FAM, staff-planned scouting trips and/or attend domestic or international conferences on behalf of Local Foreigner (which may occur over weekends)

Responsibilities

The Travel Coordinator will provide day-to-day support to Travel Consultants, including coordinating travel arrangements and managing calendars. Responsibilities also include updating client travel documents and ensuring smooth communication with vendors and clients.