Executive Travel Advisor (Luxury & Corporate Travel)

Executive Travel Advisor (Luxury & Corporate Travel)

Streamwood, IL

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Executive Travel Advisor to deliver white-glove, end-to-end travel planning for executive business and personal travel. This role goes far beyond standard vacation booking—you will serve as a trusted advisor, managing complex itineraries, international travel logistics, and time-sensitive changes with precision and discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

- Design and manage complex domestic and international travel itineraries (air, hotel, ground, private charters, experiences)

- Provide high-touch concierge-level service for executive and VIP travelers

- Handle last-minute changes, cancellations, and disruptions with speed and accuracy

- Book and ticket airfare across multiple carriers, including complex international routes

- Maintain strong relationships with airlines, hotels, and luxury travel partners

- Ensure compliance with travel policies, visa requirements, and global entry regulations

- Monitor travel in real-time and proactively resolve issues before they impact the client

- Deliver cost-effective solutions without compromising experience or efficiency

- Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times

- Optimize client travel value by managing and maximizing airline miles, hotel loyalty programs, credit card rewards, and upgrade opportunities

Required Qualifications:

- 5+ years of experience in corporate, luxury, or executive travel planning

- Advanced knowledge of global airline ticketing, fare rules, and routing

- Experience with GDS systems (e.g., Sabre, Amadeus, or Apollo)

- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to manage high-pressure situations

- Strong communication and client relationship management skills

- Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority requests simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

- ASTA Verified Travel Advisor (VTA)

- The Travel Institute Certifications:   * CTC (Certified Travel Counselor),   * CTIE (Certified Travel Industry Executive),   * CTA (Certified Travel Associate – less advanced)

- ARC Accreditation or ARC Verified Travel Consultant (VTC)

- IATA Accreditation

Additional Preferred Experience (Nice to Have):

- ASTA Membership

- IATAN / IATA ID card affiliation

- Destination or supplier specialist certifications

- Luxury consortia experience (e.g., Virtuoso)