Travel Complaint Specialist - German Speaker

Are you ready to make an impact and lead by example in a dynamic, customer-centric environment? We're looking for a motivated German-speaking Travel Complaint Specialist who not only excels in providing exceptional service but also embodies our core principles and values.

As a German-speaking Travel Complaint Specialist, you will serve as a role model for our Ten 2030 Principles and Values while ensuring the success of our clients. You'll take ownership of service delivery, resolve complaints efficiently, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive member-focused outcomes. Additionally, you'll provide support to our Client Services team, serving as a point of contact for client-related inquiries and escalations.

At Ten Group, we're committed to revolutionizing customer experiences and fostering a culture of excellence. Our Ten 2030 Principles guide everything we do, from putting members first to striving for audacious goals. If you're passionate about delivering results and making a difference, we want you on our team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Service Delivery 

• Actively receive and resolve complaints raised by members, adhering to service level agreements (SLAs)
• Maintain a complete understanding of corporate client SLAs and service deliverables
• Record all complaints accurately and propose enhancements to complaint handling processes
• Provide timely support for urgent complaints and escalations, ensuring fair and member-focused outcomes
• Participate in member success training and coaching sessions for Lifestyle Managers and Team Managers

Client Services   

• Serve as a point of contact for client services, assisting with troubleshooting and improvement initiatives
• Interact with Europe & UK-based corporate clients, representing Member Experience in client meetings as needed
• Support the resolution of client-related complaints and feedback, collaborating closely with the Department Head

Requirements

• Fluency in German and English is essential (additional languages advantageous )
• 3-5 years of experience in the travel industry (preferred)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for delivering exceptional service and advocating for clients
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain good relations with others
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong time management and project management skills
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in work
• Role model the behaviors associated with our values: Member Focused, Trustworthy, and Pioneering
• Approach tasks and challenges with curiosity, rigor, and optimism
• Embrace diverse philosophies, cultures, and experiences
• Flexibility : This position is a 40-hour work week; Monday to Friday 9am/10am - 6pm/7pm local SA time

Please note that if you live within a commutable distance of the office you will be asked to enter into a hybrid working arrangement with at least 2 office days per week.

Benefits

Our people are at the heart of the business and we have a culture of recognition and reward - both through regular appraisals but also annual Extra Mile Awards where we celebrate those who have gone that extra mile in their role. We also encourage all our staff to incorporate their aspirations and interests into their career at Ten and we are there every step of the way in supporting development.

Rewards designed around you:

• A competitive salary depending on experience, plus a performance-based bonus. Including Weekend Shift Allowance and Late Shift Allowance.
• Hybrid working. You can combine working from home and working from the office. We offer fully remote too for individuals outside of commutable distance to the office in South Africa country wide.
• Paid time away from work. Our employees enjoy a competitive paid time off package, including a day each year to volunteer time for a good cause that is important to you.
• Paid Sabbaticals. One (1) month paid Sabbatical after every 5 years of Service, without tapping into annual leave
• Extra Rewards. Lucrative Ten Loyalty Rewards program.
• Remote Working Holidays - possibilities to Travel and Work!
• Employee Discounts. Access to lots of great travel and entertainment discounts as our clients’ members would!
• We also offer a company contribution towards medical aid, and transport home for those working a late shift (applies to those who don't have a car).
• ICAS Employee Health and Wellness (EHWP) services which are confidential and free for all employees to use.
• Be part of our global, dynamic, and inclusive Team, with diversity at its core.
• Genuine career opportunities within a dynamic and international company.
• Safe & secure offices in the Foreshore with complimentary off-street parking.

Who We Are

Ten Life Group is a global luxury concierge service and our travel department is offering a unique opportunity to join a vibrant team. Our clients and colleagues are the cornerstones of what we do, and we serve High-Networth (HNW) and UHNW clients with their requests for leisure travel. At Ten our goal is simple, to become the most trusted service business in the world.

We deliver our service through a combination of Ten’s proprietary, unique technology-enabled platform and the expertise of our highly trained lifestyle managers. Ten is growing quickly and has ambitious plans to keep innovating, inspiring and continuing to improve the lives of millions of members. As a Certified B Corp, Ten Lifestyle Group joins a global community of businesses united by a shared goal of making a positive impact on society and the environment.

To find out more about Ten, please watch this short video This is what we do

Commitment to Diversity

We encourage diverse philosophies, cultures, and experiences. We appreciate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment for our employees. This idea unites the teams at TEN. All aspects of our relationship, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or terminate, will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

“Ten works with a small preferred supplier list of recruitment agencies only. Please note we are not accepting any further recruitment agencies at this time. Ten Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.”

Thank you for considering a career with us. Don't miss the opportunity to join our team! The application deadline for this position is 1. April 2024. Submit your application before then to be considered for this exciting opportunity. We look forward to reviewing your application!