Foreign Exchange Consultant

7 months ago


St Andrews, United Kingdom Hays Travel Limited Full time

**Competitive salary with unlimited bonus potential (22.5hrs - Part Time)**

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the profitability of the foreign exchange bureau. You will offer exceptional customer service, making each customer feel special, whilst dealing with the day-to-day operation of the bureau, increasing its exposure and developing new business leads with a view to achieving given targets & KPI's. Working as part of a team, you will drive business through social media, events and maintaining relationships with existing customers.
Our customers are at the forefront of everything we do, so exceptional customer service experience is required.

**What will be your key responsibilities?**:

- Ensuring profitability of foreign exchange bureau
- Achieving given foreign exchange targets, including set KPI's
- Converting Hays Travel customers to purchase
- Maximising individual and team sales of foreign exchange
- Providing exceptional customer service at all times
- Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the bureau
- Increasing exposure of bureau and developing new business leads
- Using social media to promote offers, generate customer engagement and sales leads
- Maximising all opportunities by following foreign exchange sales structure
- Monitoring local competition and managing rates and margins effectively on a daily basis
- Monitoring stock levels of foreign currency and ensuring that minimum quantities are maintained
- Accurate cash reconciliation and banking
- Responsible for minimising risk and mitigating errors
- Play an active role in the day-to-day operation of the branch and supporting Travel colleagues with administrative duties
- Responsibility for security of the bureau
- Willingness to participate in training appropriate to own development
- Adhering to company policies and procedures
- To undertake any other duties that may fall into the job criteria
- To conform with all company policies and procedures, including health and safety
- To treat all employees, customers and suppliers with dignity and respect
- This job description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the post but simply reflects the key areas involved
**What competencies we are looking for?**:

- Good accuracy and numerical skills
- Excellent administration and organisational skills
- Effective communication service and customer service experience
- Competent IT skills

**What experience we are looking for?**:

- Passionate about travel and tourism
- Good sales/target experience
- Customer focussed
- Problem solving
- Team player
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication skills
**About Hays Travel**
As the UK's largest independent travel agency, Hays Travel specialises in providing good value, quality holidays alongside excellent customer service. We work with all leading suppliers and can package holidays that include hotels, flights, cruises, tours, attraction tickets, and more. We have over 470 Branches throughout the UK and our Head Office based in Sunderland, is home to tour operator teams, finance, marketing, people/HR and IT, plus many more. We have been operating for over 40 years, and continue to grow each year.

**Our values**
Our SMILE values are embedded in to our company and ensure our teams work strongly together. You and all of our colleagues will ensure that the Hays Travel values are demonstrated at all times.
- Supportive
- Motivational
- Innovative
- Loyal
- Excellent

**What it's like to work for us?**
Whichever location or department you work in, our people are always at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of training programmes to help you progress personally and professionally, as we know the benefits of promoting and rewarding our hardworking colleagues are extremely important.
Of course, it's not all about work. We're very sociable and there are always lots of team nights-out and company parties. Plus, there are opportunities to travel abroad on educational trips, and you can also take advantage of our colleague discount when booking your own holidays.

**_Hays Travel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all colleagues. As an accredited employer provider of apprenticeships, we undertake basic checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to ensure the safety of our apprentices for relevant roles._



  • Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom Travelex Full time

    Travel Services Partner - Tesco Bank Bury St Edmunds - Part Time **Job Type**: Permanent/Part Time Hours per week: 16 **Salary**: £11.50 per hour + Monthly Bonus Scheme Working Patterns: This job is perfect for those who are flexible and able to work a variety of shifts between Monday to Sunday. Depending on your team, you will receive a monthly or...

  • Retail Sales Assistant

    6 months ago


    St Helens, United Kingdom Travelex Full time

    Customer Service Advisor - Asda Travel Money, St Helens - Part Time **Job Type**: Permanent, Part Time Hours per week: 24 hrs **Salary**: £11.45 per hour + additional benefits listed below Working Patterns: This job is perfect for those who are flexible and able to work a variety of shifts between Monday to Sunday. Depending on your team, you will...


  • St Albans, United Kingdom Tradewind Recruitment Full time

    Recruiting Experienced Education Sales Consultants Do you want to work for one of The Sunday Times 100 best small companies? Here at Tradewind Recruitment we are currently looking for Education Sales Consultants to join our high performing teams based in London and St Albans. Join our elite teams and you will enjoy working at one of the most rewarding...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Ntrinsic Consulting Europe Limited Full time

    Ntrinsic Consulting Europe Limited seeks an experienced SAP Consultant with expertise in ABAP development to join our team.This position offers a comprehensive compensation package, including travel and accommodation expenses. Estimated annual salary: $125,000 - $155,000, depending on experience and location.The successful candidate will have:Extensive...


  • Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom Sert Group Limited Full time

    We are looking for a highly skilled Domestic Energy Assessor to join our team in East Anglia. As a key player in our company's success, you will be responsible for conducting detailed property assessments to identify potential energy-saving improvements and working closely with clients to deliver tailored solutions.In this role, you will utilize cutting-edge...


  • St Enochs, UK, United Kingdom Clarkson Owens Recruitment Limited Full time

    Chartered Building SurveyorClarkson Owens are delighted to be working with a well-known, forward-thinking consultancy looking for a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their Glasgow Office.The RoleWork will include but not limited to, Condition Surveys, Contract Admin, Dilapidation and Building Surveys. Best suited to MRICS Building Surveyor candidates who...

  • Sales Consultant

    3 weeks ago


    Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom Imperial Search Ltd Full time

    We are a leading new homes development company, dedicated to creating high-quality, modern homes in desirable locations. Our focus is on delivering excellent customer service and building long-term relationships with our clients. We are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated New Homes Sales Executive to join our team at our Bury St Edmunds / Cambridge...

  • Sales Consultant

    4 weeks ago


    Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    We are a leading new homes development company, dedicated to creating high-quality, modern homes in desirable locations. Our focus is on delivering excellent customer service and building long-term relationships with our clients. We are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated New Homes Sales Executive to join our team at our Bury St Edmunds / Cambridge...

  • Financial Assistant

    6 days ago


    St Austell, Cornwall, United Kingdom Trial Balance Full time

    We are looking for a talented Financial Support Professional to join our team at Trial Balance Consulting in St. Austell, UK. As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our experienced accounting function, working closely with the Finance Manager to deliver a range of accounting projects and tasks.Responsibilities will include managing...


  • St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Ntrinsic Consulting Europe Limited Full time

    We are looking for a seasoned ABAP Professional with expertise in S/4 Hana to join our team at Ntrinsic Consulting Europe Limited.This role comes with a comprehensive compensation package, including travel and accommodation expenses. Estimated annual salary: $130,000 - $160,000, depending on experience and location.The ideal candidate will have:Deep...


  • Fenchurch St, United Kingdom Barclays Bank PLC Full time

    Join us as Python-Java Developer at Barclays, where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences. Utilise your Python and Java skills to create innovative solutions that transform our...

  • Asbestos Trainer

    7 months ago


    St Helens, United Kingdom RSK Group Full time

    **EDP** part of **RSK Group** are seeking an experienced and thorough **Asbestos Trainer**, to join our successful, experienced and expanding national asbestos team on a **Permanent,** **Full time** basis. This role will be **Home Based, **commutable to the **St.Helens **Office. **EDP** is an international health, safety and environmental consultancy...


  • Fenchurch St, United Kingdom Barclays Bank PLC Full time

    Join us as Python-Java Developer at Barclays, where you'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences. Utilise your Python and Java skills to create innovative solutions that transform our...


  • Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom Animal and Plant Health Agency Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 356016**Salary**: - £39,439 - £43,569- Pro-rata salary for job share. This role is eligible for a starting allowance of £3000. For further detail on pay please see below under ‘salary’.- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Senior Executive Officer**Contract...


  • Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom Animal and Plant Health Agency Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 341517**Salary**: - £39,439 - £43,569- Pro-rata salary for job share. This role is eligible for a starting allowance of £3000. For further detail on pay please see below under ‘salary’.- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Senior Executive Officer**Contract...


  • Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom Animal and Plant Health Agency Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 308856**Salary**: - £37,295 - £41,425- This role is eligible for a starting allowance of £3000. For further detail on pay please see below under ‘salary’.- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Senior Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business...

  • SHE Advisor

    1 month ago


    Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    79599 - Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Advisor This Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Advisor will report to the Lead SHE Advisor and will work within UKPN Services, SHE based in our Bury St Edmunds office. You will be a permanent employee. This role does not offer hybrid working as it will require travelling to multiple sites across our...


  • St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom Southdown Full time

    Are you passionate about ending the cycle of rough sleeping for people who have experienced homelessness? Are you interested in a career in housing support, mental health recovery and wellbeing development? Come and join Southdowns team supporting people who have experienced the trauma of homelessness, to make positive and lasting changes in their lives. ...

  • SHE Advisor

    1 month ago


    Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom UK Power Networks Full time

    79599 - Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Advisor  This Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Advisor will report to the Lead SHE Advisor and will work within UKPN Services, SHE based in our Bury St Edmunds office. You will be a permanent employee. This role does not offer hybrid working as it will require travelling to multiple sites across our network....