The Company:
This exceptional full-service Events Agency are the leaders in providing creative solutions and delivery on end-to-end experiences domestically and internationally. They have a diverse range of clients from medical to fashion and everything in between. They are looking for an experienced Travel Manager to join their growing team.
Position Terms:
* Full-Time Permanent Role
* Working 3 days in office, 2 from home
* Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 plus super
The Role:
The Travel Manager will be responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of travel arrangements for a variety of events both domestically and internationally. The Travel Manager will also be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to the Agency's clients.
Key Responsibilities include;
* Scheduling and flight planning for sales budgeting and pitches.
* Liaising with airlines for quotes, bookings, implementation of all group bookings.
* Managing and ticketing of all flight bookings.
* Tracking budget and spending of group flight costs.
* Working directly with the Event Managers and/or clients for optimal delivery of all travel services.
* Passport checks and visa applications.
* Ensuring accurate accounting for flight expenditure.
* Accurate input flight details to the company IT software.
* Hotel, car hire and other extension travel bookings as required.
* Issuance of Travel Insurance policies as required.
* Occasional travel within Australia and worldwide is required to support the events team onsite.
* Should time permit, assisting the events team as required.
The Candidate:The successful candidate will have experience managing group travel bookings, ideally with experience within the events industry. Proficiency in software such as Galileo GDS, Amadeus, and/or AirTickets is essential for this role.
* Knowledge of event software eg EventsAIR, Swoogo and Stova is highly desirable.
* Proficiency in software such as Galileo GDS, Amadeus, and AirTickets.
* Experience with accounting software is desirable.
* Strong understanding of the MICE industry and suppliers.
* Ability to work and multitask in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
* Critical thinker and problem solver.
* Exceptional time management skills and attention to detail are essential.
* Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to build strong working relationships and ensure stakeholder engagement.
* Ability to travel domestically and internationally when required.
* Ability to work from the office 3 days a week.
For more information regarding event positions follow us on LinkedIn and/or Facebook at Apex Event Recruitment
If this role doesn't fit but if you are interested in Events positions in Australia, then please register your resume through our website: www.apexeventrecruitment.com.au
Please note that this role will be subject to background checks and you must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.
Additional information
* Immediately Available Permanent Role
* Melbourne, VIC
* Salary $80,000 - $90,000 plus super