TRAFFIC Gauteng

VIP Travel Consultant

The Travel Group
South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Job Description

Purpose of the Role

To provide high-performance, end-to-end corporate travel management for VIP and executive clients, ensuring seamless execution of all travel requests.

This role requires proactive problem-solving, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to exceed expectations while maintaining absolute accuracy and confidentiality.

General Responsibilities
  • Contribute to a collaborative and high-performance team culture
  • Share product knowledge, supplier updates, and destination insights
  • Participate in industry training and networking events
  • Identify opportunities for client growth, cross-sell, and referrals
  • Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and accuracy at all times
  • Remain open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
Client Relationship Management
  • Acknowledge and action client requests within 30 minutes
  • Provide clear, contextual travel advice (cost, routing, policy, comfort)
  • Maintain accurate client profiles, preferences, and booking history
  • Confirm payment methods and terms before first booking
  • Conduct at least two in-person client visits annually
  • Build long-term, trusted client relationships
  • Deliver service aligned with The Travel Group Brand Identity
Technology & Systems
  • Amadeus or equivalent GDS
  • Accurate CRM updates and document management
Key Performance Standards
  • All quotations and invoicing completed daily by close of business
  • Proactive and accurate supplier payments and client billing
  • Clear, professional written and verbal communication
  • Independent problem-solving and decision-makingAbility to manage urgency without compromising service excellence
  • Strong analytical and organisational skills
Essential Experience & Competencies
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in VIP or executive-level corporate travel
  • Expertise in complex international and multi-sector itineraries
  • Strong GDS proficiency (Amadeus preferred)
  • Exceptional attention to detail with zero tolerance for errors
  • Sales-driven mindset with the ability to grow client accounts
  • Ability to anticipate needs and add value proactively
  • Calm and solution-focused under pressure or disruptions
  • High level of discretion and confidentiality

About This Role

Career insights for Travel Agents positions

Salary Benchmark
$47,410/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Service Orientation Reading Comprehension Speaking Social Perceptiveness
Common Technologies
Galor Travel Booster Microsoft Access Travel Agent CMS Zoom Apollo Reservation System Globekey Agentkey Rezdy booking software Colibripms Software Colibri

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