Apprentice - Events Coordinator HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED

The Corporate & Events team is responsible for researching, arranging & delivering on a wide range of events for both internal & external colleagues & customers. As part of the apprenticeship opportunity, you will be carrying out a range of administrative & customer service activities to allow our events to operate effectively and to be a success.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 01 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,404.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    12 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    09 Feb 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000132315

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • General administration tasks, including updating internal document records
  • Communicating with internal and external customers and delivering exceptional customer service at all times
  • Liaising with internal head office departments
  • Preparing meeting packs and agendas for planned conferences and events
  • Assist in researching, arranging and delivering on a variety of internal and external events

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • You will obtain a level 2 Customer Service practitioner qualification
  • Training is conducted in our Sunderland Head Office
  • Training is weekly blocks on a Monday - Friday basis for 6 weeks

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Whichever department you work in, our people are always at the heart of everything we do. We offer a range of training programmes to help you progress personally and professionally, as we know the benefits of promoting and rewarding our hardworking colleagues are extremely important.
 
Of course, it's not all about work, we're very sociable and there are always lots of team nights-out and company parties. Plus, there are opportunities to travel abroad on educational trips, and you can also take advantage of our colleague discount when booking your own holidays.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

IT skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English & Maths (Grade 4+) Desired

About the employer

As the UK’s largest independent travel agency, Hays Travel specialise in providing good value, quality holidays alongside excellent customer service. We work with all leading suppliers and can package holidays that include hotels, flights, cruises, tours, attraction tickets, and more. We have over 470 Branches throughout the UK and our Head Office based in Sunderland, is home to tour operator teams, finance, marketing, people/HR and IT, plus many more. We have been operating for over 40 years, and continue to grow each year.

Employer

HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED

Address

Gilbridge House

Keel Square

Sunderland

SR1 3HA

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Training

Training provider

HAYS TRAVEL LIMITED

Contact

Hays Travel Apprenticeships

apprentice@hays-travel.co.uk

01918148098

Apprenticeship standard

Customer service practitioner

Level 2 (GCSE)

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 01 Sep 2023