Home-based Travel Consultant - Cornwall, ON

job description
LOCATION: Cornwall, Ontario

TERM: Full-Time, Permanent

event July 09, 2025 person Full Time map Remote
Overview

We are seeking a passionate and community-driven at-home travel consultant to assist our Members with their Membership and Travel needs. This role offers a flexible schedule of 37.5 hours per week, including some Saturdays and Sundays, allowing you to work with autonomy. If you are currently a sales-focused independent agent looking for the same flexibility, but the security of a salary and benefits, this is an excellent opportunity for you to work with a trusted travel agency and one of the most recognizable travel brands in Canada.

As a Home-Based Travel Consultant for CAA North and East Ontario, you will play a key role in the development of a book of business for Members in the Cornwall area. Your entrepreneurial spirit and expertise in various destinations, travel trends, and budgeting will help create personalized travel experiences for our members.

Responsibilities

Travel Planning and Client Consultation:

Conduct thorough consultations with clients to understand their travel preferences, budget, and special requirements.
Recommend suitable destinations, accommodations, transportation options, and activities based on client preferences and current travel trends.
Create personalized travel itineraries that align with each client's unique needs and desires.
Travel Insurance Sales:

Offer and sell travel insurance policies to clients, emphasizing the importance of coverage for unforeseen events during their travels.
Provide guidance on selecting insurance options that align with their specific needs.
Booking and Reservation Management:

Handle all aspects of travel bookings, including flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, tours, and other travel-related services.
Ensure the accuracy of reservations, promptly confirm bookings, and maintain clear communication with clients throughout the booking process.
Manage changes to bookings, cancellations, and rebooking as needed.
Financial Management and Transparency:

Present pricing options and financial breakdowns transparently to clients.
Process payments, deposits, and refunds in accordance with company policies and industry standards.
Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Experience

Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) certification is required.
Completion of Travel Agency Certification course from an established and recognized institution
Certified Travel Counsellor (CTC) designation or active pursuit thereof is required.
Previous experience in a relevant travel sales role.
Knowledge Skills

Complete knowledge of Apollo and Travelport + GDS
Must possess the comfort level and drive to succeed in a part-commission sales environment
Self-motivated with the ability to build and retain a loyal clientele
Exceptional customer service and communication skills
Fluency in both Official Languages is desirable
Compensation

Base Salary: $36,500 - $44,000
Generous Sales Incentive Structure
Health Dental Plan
Pension Plan
3 Weeks Vacation
CAA Membership
Employment is contingent on a satisfactory Criminal Background Check, credit check, and references.

Job applicants who have disabilities shall be provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the recruiting process

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