Customer Service Advisor – German Speaking

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61Job Description:*Introduction*
We are seeking high-performing, passionate and enthusiastic Customer Service Advisors to join us on our journey of growth and expansion into the European market.
You will be passionate about travel, you build rapport quickly and you have a customer-centric view of the world. These aspects will come through in all your interactions whilst delivering the best possible customer service, whether on the phone, by email or by chat.
In return we offer you a great and creative working environment, a good benefits package and an intensive training programme to help your journey here at reach new heights.
Our German line service hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm and you will work a 7.5 hour shift within these times each day. The standard working pattern will be 37.5 hours per week (5 days per week). You will work shifts on a rotation basis including public holidays.
It is an on-site role, and you can apply for hybrid role (3 days in office, 2 days remote) after 6 months’ probation.
Salary: £24,000
After you have submitted an application, our recruiter will screen your CV and arrange a 15-20 minute call if you’ve passed the screening. Your application will then send to our Hiring Manager to decide they would like to interview you. You will then be invited to interview in our Edinburgh office/ online for around 30-45 minutes. The result will usually confirm within 2 working days.
Please note that no visa sponsorship is available, and candidates will need to be based in Edinburgh or within a commutable distance.
*Key Roles and Responsibilities*
* Serve clients in our energetic contact centre on different Hotels products and answer questions on their bookings;
* Solve problems for clients via Call, Chat and Email;
* Handle customer problems with empathy and patience in a goal-driven environment;
* Work as part of a high-performing team, supporting and helping colleagues when required;
* Attend regular team huddles;
* Keep up-to-date with latest promotions and initiatives;
* Read, understand and follow the Company Policies and Procedures;
* Assist in ad hoc assigned projects.
*Qualifications*
* At least 1 year of call centre work experience is mandatory;
* Strong communication skills, must be fluent in English and German both written and spoken;
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and sound general computer skills;
* Proficient typing abilities;
* Sound troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a strong desire to achieve positive outcomes;
* Ability to listen and build rapport quickly;
* Enthusiastic yet conscientious and diligent approach to work;
* Completer-finisher with a good attention to detail.
*Why Group*
We offer a stage to unleash your full potential and drive global impact. As an international team, we embrace an open and inclusive culture that supports and respect team members in and out of the workplace. Everyone is on a trip, whether it’s a career trip or a life trip. At Group, you can define your own trip by setting a goal and celebrate your success by recognizing the progress you have made.
*What’s more?*
* Extensive learning opportunities and resources to further your career
* 32 days holidays (including 8 bank holidays)
* Market competitive compensation package and monthly performance bonus plan that rewards your contribution to the team
* An Employee referral program that rewards you for inviting friends to come to work with us
* Annual travel benefit for activities booked through
* Enhanced family friendly policies to support your family whatever the circumstances
* Life assurance to give you peace of mind
* Employee well-being program: discounted gym memberships, health cash plan, enhanced sick pay, and an Employee Assistance Program
* embraces a flexible way of working including hybrid
* Team building activities to encourage a sense of fun and belonging
* We celebrate a diversity and our cultural wealth by raising awareness and hosting events on-site
*About Us*
Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising of , Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar.
Across its platforms, Group integrates travel resources from industry partners and helps travellers worldwide pursue the perfect trip with exceptional travel products and services.
We have four Customer Service Centres for established in Japan, Korea, the UK, and the Philippines, providing 24/7 customer service in 19 different languages.
We have more than 30,000 employees scattered across 30 countries in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania, striving to expand our global markets and aiming to be the world’s leading and most trusted family of online travel brands that aspire to deliver the perfect trip at the best price for every traveller.
Click the link to learn more about What makes Group a leading global travel service provider?
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Have a good trip, and see you soon!
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Gym membership
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* Private dental insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Performance bonus
Experience:
* call centre: 1 year (required)
Language:
* German (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In personLocation: Edinburgh