Are experienced in travel booking, ideally Business Travel? Do you have experience using a GDS system?

Are you looking for a local Kent / Surrey based position? Look no further!

An independent TMC based with offices in North Kent and on the Surrey / Sussex boarder, are looking for an experienced Groups / MICE Events Support Coordinator to joint heir team.

Main Purpose of the Role:

Groups, Meetings & Events Support Coordinator, working within our G,M&E team. The team looks after delegate and VIP travel for summits, roundtables, conferences, and large and small-scale events. This role supports them with the bookings and organisation behind the scenes.

It's an office-based support role. Unlike most events positions, it doesn't involve venue inspections or attending client events, so the hours are regular.

Key Accountabilities:

• Booking group and delegate air in the GDS, plus hotel room blocks, rail, and transfers
• Managing delegate lists, rooming lists, and manifests
• Tracking option dates, deposits, and release deadlines
• Handling amendments, cancellations, and late changes
• Liaising with suppliers, client organisers, and the wider team

Skills & Experience?

The candidate doesn't need an events background. An experienced business travel consultant looking for a change would suit this role well -

• At least 2 years' travel booking experience, ideally in business travel
• Confident GDS skills (preferably Amadeus), including ticketing and amendments
• Very strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle several bookings and deadlines
• Clear, friendly communication and a calm approach when plans change
• Comfortable with Excel or similar for managing lists and manifests
• Experience of group fares, hotel allocations or delegate travel would be a bonus, but it isn't essential.

The Package?

• Location: Kent or Gatwick office
• Hours: full time, Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:30. We'd also consider 3 or 4 days a week
• Salary: £31,000 - £33,000 depending on experience, pro rata for part time

Interested?

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