easyJet is big, really big. We’re the second largest airline in Europe, and we have more flying slots than any other in the world. With that scale comes opportunity – opportunity to quickly progress, diversify your career, and to see the impact of your work on a wider scale. So much so, its said that one year at easyJet is worth three elsewhere – that’s ‘Orange Years’ and why joining us is so much more than a job, it’s a career full of variety and possibility.
The Hotel and Travel Team, part of the Crew Planning Team, manages crew travel and hotel requirements from the fourth day of operation until the rosters end. They handle the entire process, including safety reports and timely investigations, demonstrating their commitment to safety. The team collaborates with suppliers, reconciling and approving invoices to ensure compliance and prompt payments.
Guided by the Crew Planning Support Manager, the Senior Hotel and Travel Officer collaborates with the Crew Planning Senior Officer Team to fulfil hotel and transport requirements efficiently and cost-effectively, enhancing operational performance.
Responsibilities include task distribution, meeting deadlines, training new team members, supporting cost-saving initiatives, promoting a strong safety culture, and recommending policy enhancements. They manage crew travel volumes, budget reporting, purchase orders, reconciliations, invoicing, oversee government repatriation movements, and support strategic planning with the Crew Planning Rostering Managers.
What you need to do this role
We are looking for someone with at least 4 years of supply chain experience, preferably in an airline or travel environment, who can lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced setting. A strong team player who can challenge constructively to enhance product quality is essential. A detailed understanding of commercial travel or bulk hotel booking systems is desirable.
You should have a proven track record in building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships, a strong customer focus, and a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Attention to detail, the ability to understand protocols and agreements, flexibility to travel when needed, and a degree in an aviation-related subject are also important.
What you’ll get in return
> Competitive base salary
> Up to 20 bonus
> 25 days holiday
> BAYE, SAYE & Performance share schemes
> 5 pension
> Life Assurance
> Flexible benefits package
> Excellent staff travel benefits
Location & Hours of Work
This is a full-time 40 hour per week position. We support hybrid working and we spend three days per week in the office in Luton.
About easyJet
Ready to make your next move? How about make your mark? Join a team with unstoppable drive and passion at easyJet. At easyJet our aim is to make low-cost travel easy – connecting millions of people to what they love using Europe’s best airline network, great value fares, and friendly service.
Whether you’re working as part of our front-line operations or in our corporate roles, we’ll give you everything you need to make a personal impact on our growing business. We believe in sharing new opportunities, stepping up to challenges and supporting each other with our Orange Spirit. Make a difference with your next role. Make it easyJet.
