Seasonal Visitor Services Advisor

Seasonal Visitor Services Advisor -* (*2300000V)
Description
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WHAT DOES THE TEAM DO?*
The Information Department is pivotal to delivering inspiration and information to global visitors through a number of channels to drive tourism growth. Our knowledgeable and passionate teams work hard to provide tailored expert advice, connecting our visitors with businesses and activities to create a truly memorable experience. Our Advisors also play a key role in encouraging our visitors to enjoy Scotland responsibly.
Our iCentre Network supports tourism businesses both regionally and nationally, providing them with a platform to connect with visitors. The iCentres also provide a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of our visitors and support local communities. Through initiatives, such as Shop Local, we are able to showcase local craftspeople and producers as well as their products.

WHAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR?
The Seasonal Visitor Services Advisor acts as the public face for Scottish Tourism and a key point of contact for visitors to the area, playing a lead role in connecting visitors with tours, attractions, products and a link to local businesses and communities which all helps to enhance the visitors’ experience.
You will support the Assistant iCentre Manager with the operations of the iCentre, working as part of a cluster of regional iCentres under the direction of an Area Manager. Delivering a high standard of quality service in line with VisitScotland’s standards and adhering to all VisitScotland’s policies and procedures. iCentres are typically staffed by 2 or more staff during opening hours however in certain locations or circumstances there may be a requirement for lone working.
BACKGROUND TO THE ROLE

The Information Department forms part of the Industry and Destination Development Directorate. The Directorate is responsible for developing and maintaining direct relations with a wide range of partners to ensure tourism is seen as an important and valuable industry for Scotland.
Our iCentre network works closely with industry and stakeholders ensuring that our visitors have the opportunity to experience more, stay longer and return more frequently. This benefits Scotland by growing its tourism industry and earning a renowned presence in the global marketplace.
Seasonal Visitor Services Advisors will act as on the ground champions, delivering a full range of services both face to face and digitally. Our iCentres are key in adding value to the visitor experience, delivering a relevant and quality range of services to meet and exceed customer expectations.

WHAT IS THE JOB?

• Deliver a world class level of customer service to all customers, both external & internal, to encourage positive feedback & advocacy for VisitScotland. Sharing tailored and inspiring information in every interaction - be that face to face or through other mediums.

• Promote Scotland as a holiday/day trip destination to locals and visitors alike, encouraging them to do more in the area during their visit by informing them of a wide range of things to see and do.

• Skillfully use various digital platforms and devices to help visitors with the information that they require and to signpost them to services and products in line with their needs.

• Promote responsible tourism to visitors to ensure that Scotland is highly regarded as a holiday destination while also ensuring that all seasonal VS campaign activity is highlighted in interactions.

• Ensure that the internal and external presentation of the iCentre is of the highest standard in accordance with corporate brand values, health and safety requirements, disability access and security policies to ensure a welcoming customer environment with a great first impression.

• Ensure that retail stock is effectively merchandised in line with brand guidelines while accurately monitoring stock levels , replenishing where necessary and ensuring all retail stock is secure within the iCentre.

• Responsible for the operation of the EPOS system to facilitate tickets and retail – ensuring relevant policies and procedures are followed when handling all related cash and credit card transactions.

• Involvement in day to day banking processes of all iCentre related revenue and reconciliation of sales in line with financial policies and procedures.

• Manage the presentation of free literature and other promotional material of relevant tourism businesses, while also ensuring that paid marketing opportunities purchased by businesses are effectively delivered.

• Appropriately direct any business enquiries and advertising opportunities that come in via the iCentre to colleagues within the organisation.

• Be aware of and contribute to the reduction of our carbon footprint across all areas of the operation to promote and support Green Tourism ensuring that we keep Gold Award status.

• All staff will be required to work as one team and provide support and coaching to colleagues where necessary.

Qualifications
WHAT YOU MUST HAVE

• Customer service experience within a fast moving environment
• Knowledge of Scotland
• Sales/retail experience
• Strong numeracy skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with a variety of digital platforms and technology

WHAT WE’D LIKE YOU TO HAVE

• Foreign language skill
• Cash handling experience

Read the full job description here: https://assets.visitscotland.net/docs/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/02/Seasonal-Visitor-Services-Advisor-JD-2023.pdf

This is a salaried position of 28 hours per week, split between Perth & Dundee iCentres with ad hoc additional hours as required for cover of leave.
*Please note that this role operates on a rota-ed basis and the iCentre is open 7 days per week. There is a lot of weekend working required and frequently you will be rota-ed to work both Saturday and Sunday.
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Work Locations: Perth VIC 45 High Street Perth PH1 5TJ
Job: Customer Facing and Business Administration
Full/ PartTime: Part Time
Job Posting: Feb 17, 2023
Unposting Date: Mar 1, 2023

Job Type: Part-time