Crew Accommodation Agent

Crew Accommodation Agent – UK Corpay is currently hiring a Crew Accommodation Agent within our Lodging division. The role is located in Heathrow, United Kingdom. The Coordinator oversees and coordinates hotel and ground transportation bookings for our Client’s Crew members, managing the workflow between agents and clients. The Coordinator handles booking requirements through our proprietary system, communicates via email, chat, phone calls, and direct interactions, and resolves booking issues by following Standard Operating Procedures. How We Work The role will be in an office environment. Corpay will provide the following: Assigned workspace in Heathrow, United Kingdom office Company-issued equipment [+ remote access] Formal, hands-on training Role Responsibilities Experience: Minimum 3+ years hotel/travel industry experience or similar role. Coordinate Crew Accommodations: Book and oversee all hotel and ground transportation bookings for flight attendants, pilot crews, ad-hoc crews, and other non-crew airline employees. Manage Escalations: Handle emergency relocations of crew members, working closely with the Supervisor on shift and ensuring timely resolutions to avoid delays or cancellations. Client Coordination: Act as the primary liaison between the client's Crew Scheduling, other relevant departments, and our internal teams to meet operational requirements and resolve issues affecting crew members. Communication and Problem-Solving: Facilitate effective communication with internal departments and management to expedite work and resolve problems. Resource Management: Ensure that all necessary tools, systems, and resources are accessible and operational, reporting any issues to shift supervisors promptly. System Utilization: Efficiently use all tools and technology to process, track, and report transactions, ensuring accurate registration of reservation details in the TA Connections system. Hotel Sourcing: Identify suitable and compliant hotel options in various markets, particularly in locations without contracted hotels or during Sold Out situations, and handle the approval process for non-compliant options. Vendor Payments: Manage payments to hotel and transportation vendors in accordance with contractual terms. Team Leadership: Foster a positive work environment with open, respectful communication and professional behavior, promoting a "CAN DO" attitude among the client and all TAC colleagues. Incident Reporting: Report incidents professionally to the TA Connections Supervisor on shift and/or Operations Management. Attendance and Policy Adherence: Maintain impeccable attendance, punctuality, and adherence to company policies and the Employee Handbook. Support and Special Projects: Assist the Account Management Team, IT, Billing, and Commission Collections departments with data gathering, research, and troubleshooting, and work on special projects as assigned. Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients and business partners both electronically and via telephone. Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills. Communication Skills: Strong writing, communication, and negotiation skills. Team and Independent Work: Ability to work independently and as a contributing team member. Hotel Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with hotel sourcing and rate negotiation, with a thorough understanding of market and contractual needs. Technical Proficiency: Excellent PC skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software. Flexibility: Availability to work shift work, willingness to work long hours during irregular operations, and flexibility to adjust schedules as per client requirements. Transportation and Remote Work Reliable transportation for on-site work and a dependable internet connection for potential remote work in a quiet home environment (over time or office closures). Qualifications & Skills High school diploma or equivalent Experience in travel coordination or hospitality Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office and travel booking systems Benefits & Perks 4x Life insurance Pension scheme 5% employer contribution Private Healthcare 25 days Holiday (plus Holiday Buy/Sell) Access to benefits portal Access to Linked learning Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Corpay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Corpay provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, language, ancestry, genetic information, veteran and/or military status or any other group status protected by federal or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application and/or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity and pay transparency, please click the following links: EEOC and Pay Transparency. #J-18808-Ljbffr