Leisure Travel Advisor – Ancaster, ON

Embark on the next step in your career journey with Direct Travel!

As one of the fastest growing Travel Management Companies (TMC) in the world, Direct Travel is committed to reimagining what is possible for the industry, including business travel, personalized experiences, and meetings & events. Under the forward-thinking direction of our experienced leadership team, we are rapidly expanding and leveraging next-generation technologies to deliver on our vision for The Perfect Trip. This is your opportunity to grow your career and be part of a dynamic team that is setting the new standard of travel and service excellence. If you're passionate about innovation and ready for what's next, we'd love for you to join us!

POSITION IS IN-OFFICE

Expedition Expectations

As a key member of the Ancaster team, the Leisure Travel Advisor will be responsible for the successful completion of leisure travel arrangements for Direct Travel clients. This role will work closely with Leisure Travel team members and report to the Branch Manager.

Passport to Success

• Provide leisure travel sales by building a clientele of new and existing business
• Build client base through Virtuoso marketing, local events and personal networking
• Sell Direct Travel strategic supplier products
• Plan itineraries, book tickets, and arrange travel accommodations and services
• Research and provide solutions to client travel-related problems
• Provide excellent customer services to internal and external clients
• Continued education via Virtuoso Travel Academy, internal programs, and travel

Going the Extra Mile

• Minimum of two (2) years of travel agency experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software
• Demonstrated professional customer service skills
• Capability of maintaining a favorable company image when interfacing with outside sources
• Proven pursuit of learning and self-development
• Demonstrate personal and organizational integrity
• Working in a team environment supporting management and staff, following policies, providing feedback, assisting in special projects, and taking on additional responsibility
• Effective oral and written communications skills
• Exceptional organizational skills that lead to productiveness
• Must be able to lawfully work in Canada and have unrestricted work authorization for Canada
• This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the position.

Benefits Onboard

In addition to Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits Direct Travel offers an employee rewards and recognitions program, Total Rewards Package which includes Wellness, Sustainability, DE&I initiatives, and Mental Health Support.

Our Brand Voyage: About Direct Travel

Direct Travel is a leading provider of corporate travel management services. By leveraging both the expertise of its people and innovative solutions, Direct Travel enables clients to derive the greatest value from their travel program in terms of superior service, progressive technologies, and significant cost savings. The company is led by CEO Christal Bemont and Executive Chairman Steve Singh, noted business investor and founder of Concur. Direct Travel has offices in over 80 locations and is currently ranked among the top providers of travel on Travel Weekly's Power List. For more information, visit www.dt.com.

Direct Travel is an EOE/AA/Veteran/People with Disabilities employer