Group Travel Consultant
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Job Title: Groups Operations Consultant
- Location: Pinelands Cape Town
- Salary: R40 000 per month
Are you ready to bring extraordinary travel experiences to life
A leading luxury travel company is seeking a highly organised and service-driven Groups Operations Consultant to join their Cape Town-based team at Bateleur House. This role plays a vital part in the planning and seamless delivery of tailor-made land tours and group experiences across Southern and East Africa.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced high-performance environment where service excellence attention to detail and a passion for meaningful travel are non-negotiable. You will be part of a team that goes beyond expectations to create unforgettable journeys that reflect care for people wildlife and the planet.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage land-based tour programmes events and group travel experiences
- Support the preparation and administration of travel files ensuring accuracy and compliance at all times
- Travel with groups as required providing on-site support and coordination
- Collaborate with Reservations and Operations Managers to ensure commercial viability of travel files and alignment with company standards
- Maintain excellent relationships with suppliers and ensure service level agreements are upheld
- Assist the finance team by monitoring payments supporting collections and flagging potential risks
- Ensure all confirmed travel services are accurately documented and kept up to date
- Prepare travel documentation and operating schedules ensuring timely delivery
- Stay informed of country-specific travel restrictions and ensure group compliance
- Proactively contribute ideas to improve guest experience operations and customer service
- Handle complaints professionally and ensure they are resolved in a timely and appropriate manner
- Remain available for emergency situations and liaise directly with clients and management when necessary
- Support management with special projects and additional operational duties as assigned
Requirements and Experience:
- A minimum of four to five years of inbound tour consulting experience is essential
- Comprehensive knowledge of the tourism industry including destination management travel industry channels and current travel trends
- A strong understanding of South Africa as well as Southern and East African destinations
- Experience with crisis management procedures and emergency response protocols
- Familiarity with financial management including budgeting and margin monitoring
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel Microsoft Teams Microsoft Word and travel systems such as Tourplan and WETU (preferred)
Skills and Attributes:
- Excellent time management and administrative skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Negotiation skills and the ability to make sound commercial decisions
- A proactive adaptable and solutions-oriented mindset
- Ability to think clearly in high-pressure or emergency situations
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team
- A passion for service excellence and crafting memorable guest experiences
Personal Qualities:
- Detail-focused and highly organised
- Enthusiastic with a high energy level
- Flexible and resilient in a fast-paced evolving environment
- Comfortable with both routine and high-pressure tasks
- Creative thinker with a problem-solving attitude
- Committed to sustainable and meaningful travel
Employment Type
Full Time
