Job Detail

AsFlightCoordinatorwith EF EducationFirst,youwillbe part of afun, young, and fast-pacedcentral transportation teamlocated in our corporate head office inZürich, Switzerland.

The position is open fromFebruary orMarch for a period of6 monthswith possibility of extension.

Your responsibilitieswill include, but not be limited to, booking flight and train tickets, arranging visas, liaising withour network of airlines and coordinating between international offices. Supportingthegroup flights department intheir booking processes, while also providing customer service support towards our sales offices.

As a successful candidate, you:

• Are flexible and possess excellent stress management in a deadline driven environment


• Pay great attention to detail, while recognizing the importance of the big picture


• Are a proactive team player who understands the value of collaboration


• Are a quick learner in one of the most dynamic industries, the world of air travel


• Are easily adaptable to changing situations; have a “nothing is impossible” attitude and ability to multi-task


• Are comfortable working with various reports and computer systems, including Amadeus, the airline reservation system used by EF

Your qualifications &experiences

• Bachelor’sdegreeorTourismDiploma


• Experience in an operational role for an airline, tour operator or travel agency preferred


• Knowledge of Amadeus Pricing & Ticketingpreferred


• Excellentspoken and writtenEnglishskills


• Previous experience of working or studying in an international environment


• Nationality of one of the EU or EFTA countries

The successful candidateshould possess exceptionalcustomer serviceskillsand strongattention to detail. You are anoutgoing, flexible, proactiveprofessional who thrive on managing both external and internal relationships.You are also adeadlinedrivenandself-motivated problem solverwho likes challenges and believes“nothing is impossible”.

EF Education First is fully licensed IATA Agency andcan offer excellent careeropportunities in a dynamic and forward-thinking international business witha high degree of independence.

About Us

EF Education First is a global education company focusing on language, academic, cultural exchange, and educational travel programs. We are 46,500 staff, faculty and teachers, working in over 580 offices and schools across 52 countries, and having a global presence in 116 countries. While we continue to grow, we strive to stay small so as to ensure agility, smart thinking and a fun place to work. For the past 53 years, EF has grown to include a range of programs that give students of all ages the freedom and confidence to explore the world through language, travel and education.

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18.  Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required.  Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.