Regular Edinburgh International Business Other Job ID:5546
Update 2025-02-25
Job Description
Who we are
Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Trip.com Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising of Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar.
Across its platforms, Trip.com Group integrates travel resources from industry partners and helps travellers worldwide pursue the perfect trip with exceptional travel products and services.
We have four contact centres around the globe based in Japan, Korea, UK, and the Philippines, providing 24/7 customer service in 19 different languages.
We have more than 30,000 employees across 30 countries in Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania, striving to expand our global markets and aiming to be the world’s leading and most trusted family of online travel brands that aspire to deliver the perfect trip at the best price for every traveller.
Who we are looking for
The ideal Team Leader understands that supporting their people is the most critical role they perform. They are open and approachable, engage with their team individually to understand how to most effectively coach and motivate them, and invest time in developing them. They build a work environment where the team is engaged and feels a positive sense of achievement about their role in delivering world-class customer service.
You will be responsible for using data to identify opportunities to coach your team and celebrate their success. As a leader, you will take care of all elements of your associates’ satisfaction and engagement at work, including communication and management of their rota, ownership of their performance management process, and taking action on emerging issues. We expect you to go the extra mile, but we’ll also make sure you’re supported with the right leadership, training, and development.
What you will get in return
Joining the team in Edinburgh, you will be warmly welcomed to an engaging and supportive working environment which includes:
* 33 days annual leave
* Workplace health cash plan including claiming back for dental, optical, and physiotherapy and much more
* Employee well-being program, Employee Assistance Program, and enhanced sick pay
* Performance-based bonuses
* Extensive learning opportunities and resources to further your career
* Annual travel points which can be redeemed at Trip.com towards your next adventure
* Enhanced family policies (maternity/paternity/adoption)
* Life and health insurance
* Birthday cake on your birthday
* Free on-site gym
* Frequent employee engagement events
* Refer a friend bonus scheme
Alongside our excellent benefits package, we are committed to investing in your learning and development to support you in building a career at Trip.com.
Working hours - The operational office hours are 37.5 hours, Monday through Sunday, with one unpaid hour for lunch with rotational shift patterns ranging from 7am to 11pm.
At this time, the working hours for our leaders are:
* Monday to Friday between 7am - 6.30pm
Location - Our contemporary workspace is based at Lochrin Square in Fountainbridge, Edinburgh.
Salary - From £30,000 dependent on experience.
*Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship. Therefore, to be considered for this position, you must already possess the Right to Work in the UK and reside within a commutable distance from our Edinburgh office.*
What you’ll be doing
* Manage the performance and development of team members through appropriate use of the performance management system and a wide range of managerial techniques.
* Ensure that quality is a key team driver which underpins all operational performance, proactively driving a culture of continuous improvement.
* Be the first point of call for resolving escalated issues to the satisfaction of the customer in a timely manner to minimise risk to the Company and the customer.
* Maintain the highest levels of client and customer satisfaction.
* Act as a role model in displaying Ctrip’s values in all activity and communication, promoting a positive and professional image of Ctrip at all times.
What you’ll need
* Have previous Team Leader, Supervisory, or Managerial experience within a contact centre.
* Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
* Ability to remain calm and logical in challenging situations.
* Excellent problem-solving skills.
* Leadership, Delivering Service, Delivering Results.
* Experience coaching or leading people.
* Ability to create and continually support people through individual development plans.
* Positive communicator who understands when necessary how to have tough conversations.
* Knows and communicates the Ctrip mission, vision, and strategy.
* Ability to confidently facilitate team discussions and communicate business messages.
Desired but not essential
* Travel & Tourism industry experience.
* Bilingual in 1 or more European languages.
Why Trip.com Group
We offer a stage to unleash your full potential and drive global impact. As an international team, we embrace an open and inclusive culture that supports personal growth and career development. Everyone is on a trip, whether it's a career trip or a life trip. At Trip.com Group, you can define your own trip by taking the first steps in your career with us!
Be Aware of Recruitment Fraud
Please be vigilant as we have noticed fraudulent entities posing as Trip.com Group or our associates, contacting applicants with fake job offers. Remember, official communications will always come from our verified email addresses, and we never conduct interviews solely via text or instant messaging apps. We do not charge any fees throughout the hiring process. If you receive any dubious communications, report them immediately to careers@trip.com.
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