About the job
GCC Tour Leader-Accompagnatore Turistico Small Ship Tours/ extensions
About the job : : Grand Circle Corporation is looking for Tour Leaders, as we call Trip Experience Leaders, to lead Small Ship tours and Italy Land extensions for Grand Circle Travel and Overseas Adventure Travel in 2025.
IMPORANT NOTES:
AVAILABILITY: Availability is required, we are looking for candidates that can cover very specific departures in 2025.
PATENTINO ACCOMPAGNATORE: We hire tours leaders that are licensed to work in Italy with the ‘patentino da accompagnatore turistico’, it is legally required to lead tours in Italy and for the company.
This is a freelance/ ‘libero professionista’ position.
English and Italian fluency is required.
THE TOURS WE ARE RECRUITING FOR:
Small Ships
French & Italian Rivieras: Marseille, Corsica, Elba, Rome”
Pre and post extensions
Southwest France: Toulouse & Carcassonne's Medieval Marvels FMA pre-post trip extension
Who we are
With unique travel and learning opportunities for our employees, and our travelers, Grand Circle is in a business to change people’s lives. We are the largest American direct marketer for international travel, adventure and discovery for Americans aged 50 plus and have served more than 1 million American travelers since 1958.
What we offer
Competitive wages in the regions with added incentive/bonus for achieving success
Strong support on the road from our regional and multi-national teams
Stable, consistent, and flexible scheduling throughout the working season based on performance
An environment to grow and be challenged
In-depth training and honest feedback to help you improve your skills
What we require
Fluent in English, with excellent communication skills and confident to present topics in front of groups
FLUENT Italian language required and at least 5 years living in the country if you are not Italian Enthusiast about local history, culture, and wildlife
In-depth knowledge of the history of your country and region
Willing and able to offer the travelers an authentic cultural experience
Sincere liking of the American people and of their culture
As a company we look for employees who embody our corporate values which can be found here: Our Values | O.A.T. (oattravel.com)
Creative and resourceful team player with leadership skills
Enthusiasm and Passion for sharing own life experiences, and openness to discuss the more delicate aspects of society and its customs
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, including in emergency situations
Willingness to be available to our travelers on 24/7 basis, for the entire duration of the tour
“Patentino di Accompagnatore turistico” or IATM membership certificate is required to lead tours
A minimum of 2 years’ experience escorting groups is preferred
Work experiences abroad will be a plus
Preferred knowledge of the following destinations:
SMALL SHIP TOUR: Rome, Avignone, Nice, Corse, Elba Island, Cinque Terre
FRENCH EXTENSION: Toulouse, Carcassonne
Working responsibilities
Contacting travelers prior to travel via pre-trip emails/calls
Escorting and Leading groups through the Northern Region by coach
Compiling and delivering information on the cities and towns visited on tour
Describing points of interest during coach commentaries, providing info-talks on daily life and local issues
Selling of the Company excursion products on tour, taking payments and following payment protocols
Offering and Creating Learning and Discovery activities throughout the tour
Be willing to go off the beaten track, adapt, and show our travelers all aspects of daily life in the region
Confirming arrangements for the necessary transportation and activities and working with local guides/ vendors
Arrange for medical personnel for guests in case of emergency, and helping them with all further issues
Recruiting Process
First step: ZOOM interview
Second step: Group interview MARCH 26TH
Third step: Training 3 full days following the Group interview MARCH 27TH, 28TH, 29TH
All steps are mandatory and selective.
If you are willing to be part of our Team, send us your CV and cover letter in English in .pdf or .doc format to italyrecruitment@oattravel.com
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