Travel and Recruiting Coordinator
The Travel and Recruiting Coordinator is responsible for managing the logistics of Belongers’ travel and supporting the recruitment process. This role involves coordinating travel arrangements, assisting with the recruitment cycle, and ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for both travelers and candidates. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
Belong’s Vision and Mission: We believe in a world where homes are owned by regular people. Our mission is to provide authentic belonging experiences, empowering residents to become homeowners and homeowners to be financially free. Belong is revolutionizing the rental industry by prioritizing people. Where hospitality meets consumer real estate, Belong is set to redefine the entire industry. Backed by renowned investors like Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), GGV Capital, Battery Ventures, and Fifth Wall, we are poised for substantial growth.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Travel Coordination: Plan and coordinate travel itineraries, including flights, accommodations, transportation, and other travel-related services for employees and candidates. Ensure all travel arrangements comply with company policies and budget constraints. Assist employees and candidates with travel-related issues and emergencies as they arise.
- Vendor Management: Maintain relationships with travel agencies, airlines, hotels, and other travel service providers. Negotiate contracts and rates to secure the best deals for corporate travel. Monitor vendor performance and address any issues promptly.
- Recruitment Support: Coordinate with hiring managers to understand recruitment needs and timelines. Post job openings on various job boards and the company website. Screen resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates. Schedule and coordinate interviews, including travel arrangements for out-of-town candidates. Assist with the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition.
- Expense and Data Management: Track and report travel expenses, ensuring accurate and timely processing. Maintain and update travel and recruitment databases, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality. Prepare regular reports on travel and recruitment activities and expenditures.
- Policy and Compliance: Ensure adherence to company travel and recruitment policies and procedures. Assist in developing and updating travel and recruitment policies as needed. Provide training and guidance to employees on travel and recruitment processes.
- Technology Utilization: Use travel management software and online booking tools to streamline travel processes. Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools to manage candidate information. Analyze travel and recruitment data to identify trends and improve processes.
- Candidate Experience: Ensure a positive experience for candidates throughout the recruitment process. Communicate with candidates regularly to provide updates and answer questions. Arrange for candidate accommodations and travel reimbursements as needed.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in travel coordination and/or recruitment support.
- Fluent in both Spanish and English.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in travel management software, ATS, and other recruitment tools.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
- Understanding of corporate travel policies, recruitment processes, and vendor management.
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or similar certification is a plus.
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Key Competencies
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in travel arrangements and candidate management.
- Customer Service Orientation: Commitment to providing excellent service to employees and candidates.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve travel-related and recruitment issues efficiently.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing requirements and unexpected situations.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
Occasional travel may be required to attend industry conferences or evaluate travel vendors.
Why Belong? This role offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact the efficiency and success of our travel and recruitment processes while growing your career. You will join a team of passionate, skilled professionals dedicated to creating a legacy of excellence.
If you are ready to manage, innovate, and grow with one of the most forward-thinking companies in real estate, we invite you to apply. Help us build an exceptional experience for homeowners and residents alike.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.