Visa Consultant

Position Overview Visa Consultants coordinate visa, passport, and related services that are initiated through Consular Services, with the utmost professionalism, expert advice, and responsiveness. Customers may include multinational corporations, government, travel and leisure industry, and individual customers. Offering superior service, our Visa Consultants take ownership of the client relationship and serve as dedicated points of contact for visa and passport processes, ensuring travel documents are obtained as easily and as quickly as possible. Responsibilities Provide expert phone and email support to assist customer in completing application forms for visas, passports, and related services; handle all other aspects of processing documents for customers, ensuring accurate, efficient, and timely processing Provide current and accurate information regarding visa and passport requirements, processing, and delivery, creating a superior experience for the Consular customer that encourages continued processing with CIBT rather than direct submission Ensure customer has clear understanding of requirements and that all applications and documents submitted are accurate, complete, and timely Provide customer with real-time updates throughout the process Promote best practice, ensuring all Service Level Agreement (SLA) standards are met or exceeded; effectively handle a high volume of calls and emails in consistent, courteous, and professional manner Develop expert skill in visa and passport processing, maximizing efficiency and productivity Work closely with CIBT teams such as Processing, Dispatch, Liaison to ensure seamless process Build a dedicated and expanded customer base; educate customers about added-value products that may benefit them; demonstrate initiative in providing solutions and resolving client issues Document information in CIBT secure database in accordance with company protocol, ensuring data integrity and appropriate records retention schedule Stay abreast of all product/service enhancements, system updates, and changes to requirements Assist colleagues and other teams as requested Maintain strict client confidentiality, ensuring secure document handling and protection of client Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and all other data Complete all work in strict compliance with law, regulations, and company policies, supporting CIBT’s strong ethical culture Requirements Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree or Associates Degree with two years’ experience or equivalent 1-3 years’ experience; highly desirable: experience in travel, hospitality or embassy/consulate relations Fluency in written and spoken EnglishExceptional communication and interpersonal skills Strong client service mentality Solutions-focused with excellent attention to detail and accuracy Proficiency with computer software; aptitude for learning new programs Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to handle high volume while maintaining high level of productivity Ability to problem solve, analyze information and provide solutions About us CIBT is the leading global provider of immigration and visa services for corporations and individuals with over 1,600 expert immigration and visa professionals, attorneys and qualified migration consultants located in over 60 offices in 27 countries. With thirty years of experience, CIBT is the primary service provider to 75% of Fortune 500 companies. CIBT offers a comprehensive suite of services under two primary brands: Newland Chase, a wholly owned subsidiary focused on global immigration strategy and advisory services for corporations worldwide and CIBTvisas, the market leader for business and other travel visa services for corporate and individual clients. We commit to delivering a superior service experience to our clients on each and every engagement. #J-18808-Ljbffr