This is a remote position.
Schedule:
MondayFriday 9 6:30pm Eastern with 1 hour unpaid break and 2 15 minute breaks potentially to add 4 hours on Saturday and can change any 4 hours during the week.
Client Timezone: US Eastern Time (Florida)
Client Overview
Join an established and growing travel agency that specializes in creating dream cruise vacations for clients across the United States. This boutique agency has built a reputation for exceptional customer service and personalized attention focusing primarily on cruise experiences that create lasting memories for travelers. With a dedicated client base and expanding operations this is an exciting opportunity to become part of a business that helps people explore the world s oceans in style and comfort.
Job Description
Embark on an exciting career opportunity as a Cruise Travel Customer Support Specialist where you ll play a vital role in ensuring clients experience smooth sailing from booking to bon voyage! In this dynamic position you ll be the behindthescenes hero who manages booking modifications processes payments and coordinates directly with major cruise lines to deliver exceptional service that keeps clients coming back. You ll utilize specialized travel industry software to track client information and automate important communications ensuring no detail is overlooked. This role offers the perfect blend of customer service problemsolving and organization skills while providing the satisfaction of helping create memorable vacation experiences for people excited about their upcoming adventures at sea.
Responsibilities
- Transform client requests into reality by processing cabin changes adding specialty dining or beverage packages and customizing cruise experiences
- Secure cruise bookings and place holds for clients who know exactly what they want ensuring they don t miss out on their perfect vacation
- Manage the payment process from sending timely reminders to processing transactions securely and efficiently
- Serve as the liaison between clients and cruise lines making direct calls to cruise providers when needed to resolve questions or make special arrangements
- Master the agency s CRM system to track client information automate communications and ensure all details are accurately recorded
- Handle sensitive customer information with the utmost care and confidentiality
- Potentially provide endofday activity reports to track productivity and accomplishments
Requirements
- Exceptional English communication skills with perfect clarity in both speaking and listening
- Meticulous attention to detail especially when handling sensitive information like passport details and payment information
- 23 years of customer support experience with travel industry experience being a plus
- Ability to work US Eastern Time hours 9am6pm MondayFriday)
- Enthusiasm for learning cruise industry booking systems and procedures
- Reliable internet connection and distractionfree home office setup
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Professional demeanor when communicating with clients and cruise line representatives
- Adaptability and willingness to expand hours to potentially include Saturday coverage in the future
- Passion for travel and helping others create memorable vacation experiences
Independent Contractor Perks
- HMO Coverage for eligible locations
- Permanent work from home
- Immediate hiring
- Steady freelance job
Exceptional English communication skills with perfect clarity in both speaking and listening Meticulous attention to detail, especially when handling sensitive information like passport details and payment information 2-3 years of customer support experience, with travel industry experience being a plus Ability to work US Eastern Time hours 9am-6pm, Monday-Friday) Enthusiasm for learning cruise industry booking systems and procedures Reliable internet connection and distraction-free home office setup Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively Professional demeanor when communicating with clients and cruise line representatives Adaptability and willingness to expand hours to potentially include Saturday coverage in the future Passion for travel and helping others create memorable vacation experiences Independent Contractor Perks HMO Coverage for eligible locations Permanent work from home Immediate hiring Steady freelance job