Reservation Agent

We have an exceptional opportunity to join our Sales & Marketing Team at The Lanesborough. Awarded No. 1 Hotel in London in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards, on the doorstep of Hyde Park, just a short walk from Harrods, Harvey Nichols and London’s most exclusive shopping district; Sloane Street and Knightsbridge, this grand luxury mansion has undergone an inspired renovation by the famed interior designer Alberto Pinto. The hotel is home to 93 luxurious suites and bedrooms, modern British dining at The Lanesborough Grill, the vibrant Library Bar and Garden Room and the magnificent Lanesborough Club & Spa. Oetker Hotels Masterpiece Collections Oetker hotels are true masterpieces located in the world’s most desirable destinations. Each property is a landmark and a timeless icon of elegance. With deep devotion to local culture and community, our Hosts of Choice preserve a tradition of legendary European hospitality and genuine family spirit that began in 1872. Candidate Profile As a Reservations Agent you will provide an exceptional guest service experience dealing with requests and queries in a professional and efficient manner. You will be responsible for taking and managing reservations via email, telephone and other method of communication. You will be an excellent communicator, with an eye for details, and take a hands-on approach to your role. You will be a great team player with a real passion for exceptional customer service to ensure a memorable experience for our guests. As Reservations Agent you handle all room and restaurant enquiries and complaints in a courteous and effective manner, following through to ensure all issues are rectified to the guest’s full satisfaction. Key Requirements The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate the following attributes. Previous experience within Front Office in a 4* or 5* establishment is essential and experience in the luxury London market would be preferred. Previous experience in reservation would be preferred Excellent command of the English language and a second language would be preferred Immaculate grooming standards Show drive for Excellent Customer Service Ability to work on own initiative is essential Be available, flexible on different shift patterns Knowledge of Opera system would be preferred In return We believe in recognising and valuing the contributions of our team members. To support your wellbeing and growth, we provide a robust reward and benefits package, including: Financial Wellbeing · Season ticket loan · Enhanced Pension Scheme · Life Insurance · Complimentary dry cleaning · Safety shoes · Retail discounts around Victoria, Westminster, Whitehall and the Northbank area Health & Wellness · Complimentary meals on duty · Cycle to Work scheme · Flu vaccinations · Discounted chiropodist and massage treatments · Social and sports activities · EAP – Employee Assistance Programme Career Growth & Personal Development · Internal transfer and promotion opportunities · Cross-departmental exposure · Partnered with industry-leading training providers · Internal learning gateway · Free access to e-learning platform offering job-specific training and personal growth courses · Subsidised professional qualifications and certified training programmes · Financial incentives for bringing talents to The Lanesborough via ‘Recommend-A-Friend’ scheme Recognition & Social Initiatives · Award programmes throughout the year with generous prizes · Long service awards · Preferential room rate at The Lanesborough for you and your family · 50% discount on F&B and Club & Spa treatments · Social events (e.g. Annual Party, Recognition Celebrations, Children's Christmas Party, Departmental Appreciation Day, pub quiz, etc.) · Celebrating your important moments (birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, newborns, etc.) · Retirement parties *Terms and conditions apply to all benefits. Eligibility In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.