Weekend Concierge/Trip Coordinator

FlySmoother is a membership-based travel agency specializing in creating unforgettable and seamless experiences. Our mission is to deliver personalized travel experiences while providing unparalleled support from the start of planning to their return home. We foster close relationships with our clients and pride ourselves on going the extra mile for them. Our clients are loyal to us due to our personal touches and unique problem-solving abilities. We are searching for a part time Travel Coordinator/Concierge. Our Travel Coordinators are a mix of concierge & researcher roles; our team will rely on you to find everything from the best restaurants in Paris to stopping at nothing to secure that last minute reservation. Experience in hospitality (or as a concierge) is a plus but not a must. While you may not have extensively traveled, we hope that travel, food, and hospitality can be shared interests throughout our team. Our coordinators are well-organized, extremely detail-oriented, resourceful, and can excel in a fast-paced forward-thinking environment. Hours of this position are Saturday & Sunday from 10am-5pm every week. IMPORTANT: If your resumé does not reflect your interest in the hospitality industry, please submit a cover letter to [email protected] RESPONSIBILITIES:Correspond with ultra high net worth clients via email, phone and in personResearch destination, culinary & activity recommendationsCorrespond with suppliers (hotels, operators, etc) to coordinate travel arrangementsCoordinate with hotel concierges to make dining, entertainment & ground transportation reservations REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree requiredNew York-based preferred (but not required!)Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with ability to present, persuade and communicate effectivelyExperience in crafting creative experiences for discerning clienteleAbility to present, persuade and communicate effectivelyTeam player, able to work collaboratively and within groupsStrong work ethic; someone who identifies opportunities to take on more and is not bothered working after hours when the need arisesProactive and resourceful; an intuitive problem-solverDetail-oriented and excellent time-management and organizational skills with ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneouslyQuick-learning, and able to work in a fast-paced environment COMPENSATION:Compensation based on experience (hourly)