Reservations & Customer Care Executive - London, UK

Reservations & Customer Care Executive - London, UK

Full-Time 25000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Small Luxury Hotels of The World Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Help customers with reservations and provide top-notch support in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Join a luxury hotel brand known for exceptional service and customer care.
  • Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive team with a focus on excellence.
  • Why this job: Be part of a team that creates memorable experiences for guests in the luxury travel sector.
  • Qualifications: Experience in the hotel industry, strong communication skills, and a passion for customer service.

The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.

Reservations & Customer Care Executive (Full Time)

Location: Office Based (Flexible working hours) London, UK.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM GMT (Fridays until 5:00 PM GMT) Weekend working flexibility preferred.

Key Responsibilities

  • Achieve monthly reservation revenue targets.
  • Process reservations by email, telephone, chat or central reservation systems.
  • Analyse all guests and travel agents’ requirements, recommend suitable options for all customers, and assist in confirming all reservations.
  • Answer any questions about the reservation process and the SLH loyalty programme.
  • Provide support to customers who may need to amend or cancel a reservation.
  • Manage incoming calls for the SLH Reservations & Customer Care department, ensure a response to all queries, and maintain professional relationships and atmosphere at all times.
  • Sort out any issues that may arise with bookings or reservations (i.e. inaccurate rates & restrictions, etc.).
  • Up-sell the hotels' additional services or special packages, such as transfers, SPA add-ons, etc.
  • Identify and report rates, inventory and content discrepancies.
  • Work closely with the Sales Team as well as with other departments to make sure the SLH procedures are followed at all times.
  • Represent the SLH brand values at all times when dealing with customers and colleagues.

Desired skills and experience

  • Preferably qualified with a university degree and at least 3 years of experience in the hotel industry within the luxury sector.
  • Must be fluent in English.
  • Fluency in Spanish and/or Italian (written and spoken) preferred.
  • Previous experience and proven ability in telephone sales, preferably within the luxury sector of the travel industry, is highly regarded.
  • Great analytical abilities to interpret statistical data and thorough attention to detail.
  • Must be a team player with a strong ability to self-manage with a "get it done" attitude.
  • Ability to work and thrive in a multi-tasked and fast-paced environment.
  • Good knowledge of Salesforce, PMS, CRS & GDS and/or other distribution systems is preferable.

Reservations & Customer Care Executive - London, UK employer: Small Luxury Hotels of The World Limited

At SLH, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Our London office provides flexible working hours, fostering a healthy work-life balance while empowering our employees with opportunities for professional growth within the luxury hotel sector. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about delivering outstanding customer care and creating memorable experiences for our guests.

Small Luxury Hotels of The World Limited

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Small Luxury Hotels of The World Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Reservations & Customer Care Executive - London, UK

Reservation Management
Customer Service
Sales Skills
Analytical Abilities
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Teamwork