DACH Market Travel Consultant (German Speaker)

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DACH Market Travel Consultant (German Speaker)

Entry, Middle Level | Full-time | Travel Agency

We're always on the lookout for energetic, bilingual individuals with a passion for travel in Japan and interest in the tourism market. Learn more about our company culture or view open positions.

DESCRIPTION

Japan Travel is a leading media publisher for tourism information on Japan doubled as an online travel agency, crafting hundreds of tailor-made experiences through Japan for all travelers around the world. Japan Travel represents a one-stop experience that provides all the information and tools to discover, plan and book a trip to Japan.

Japan Travel’s Travel Agency desk is seeking a junior travel consultant to speak with customers online, design, sell, and execute tailor-made experiences in Japan for our valued customers. You will provide the information and resources that help them plan their dream holiday in the Land of the Rising Sun!

  • Start Date: As soon as available

  • Working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week 

  • Location: Tokyo (Chiyoda) with the possibility to work remotely 

  • Salary: JPY 260,000 per month 

  • Bonuses: Commission available on performance upon reaching KPIs

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Customer management and support with the goal to achieve revenue and bookings

  • Communicate with customers and support on inquiries and travel services to achieve high customer satisfaction

  • Plan, sell, book, and fulfill purchased tours to realize faultless and memorable experiences on fields for customers, with KPIs in mind

  • Work with the Travel Agency team in planning, business development, execution, and reporting

  • Research the Travel Agency's German-speaking market(s) and develop strategies and guidelines to improve the travel agency’s services

  • Manage and develop local partner relationships within Japan to improve the service and amount of offerings Japan Travel provides to customers

  • Work closely with and regularly report to the Travel Agency Manager to ensure that professional and personable service is provided to our travel customers

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Native or near-native German and English proficiency, both verbal and written (mandatory)

  • Currently based in Japan or planning to come to Japan in the near future 

  • Experience in customer service

  • Previous experience in the travel/tourism industry is a plus

  • Strong interest in Japan, including knowledge of travel infrastructure around Japan (experience/location recommendations, JR Pass limitations, etc.) is preferred

  • Capacity to work on-site and remotely, with a reliable network connection capable of smoothly running meeting apps such as Zoom and work chat apps such as Slack

  • Ability to work both independently and within an international team

  • Japanese proficiency is not required but would be highly beneficial for the position

AS PART OF OUR TEAM, YOU'LL ENJOY

  • The opportunity to work remotely in a hybrid setting, based in Japan

  • Handling engaging client inquiries and managing your self-earned accounts

  • A flexible, diverse and collaborative work environment, across multiple languages and nationalities

  • The chance to work closely with a mentor experienced in the field

  • Shakai Hoken (health insurance,  labor insurance, unemployment insurance, pension benefit)

ABOUT US

Japan Travel K.K. is a leading inbound tourism company focused on connecting Japan to the world. Built upon a community of storytellers and travel experts with a singular focus on all things Japan, our goal is to leave a positive impact on tourism and create lasting memories for those who visit. We seek to promote and preserve Japanese heritage and tradition through sustainable and culturally conscious travel services that demonstrate the beauty of Japan.

APPLY

Please send your CV and cover letter to apply@japantravel.com.