ADEBAYO SAHEED ABIOLA

Travel Consultant Trainee | Ticketing, Reservations & Travel Documentation

Ikorodu, NG.

About

Customer-focused travel professional with over 5 years of experience in ticketing, reservations, and visa processing, adept at guiding clients through complex international travel and documentation requirements. Proven ability to ensure high customer satisfaction by meticulously verifying documents, streamlining application processes, and effectively liaising with embassies and consulates for timely outcomes. Eager to leverage hands-on travel management expertise and a strong foundation in Leisure and Tourism Management to excel as a Travel Consultant Trainee at Shenbee Travels, contributing to seamless client experiences and continuous operational improvement.

Work

Anufly Travels and Tours

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Travel & Visa Assistant

Remote, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Consulted clients on ticketing, reservations, visa requirements, and travel documentation for multiple international destinations, achieving high satisfaction.

Highlights

Consulted clients on comprehensive travel requirements, including ticketing, reservations, visa processes, and international documentation, fostering a high customer satisfaction rate.

Meticulously collected, reviewed, and verified client documents for accuracy and completeness, significantly reducing error rates in visa and travel applications prior to submission.

Provided expert assistance to clients in accurately completing visa application forms and compiling all necessary supporting documents, ensuring strict adherence to embassy and consulate guidelines.

Proactively tracked reservation and application statuses, maintaining transparent and direct communication with clients at every critical stage of their travel and documentation journey.

Coordinated seamlessly with ticketing and tours departments to strategically align reservation and visa processing timelines, ensuring a smooth and timely execution of clients' travel plans.

Rhema Impact Private School

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Administrative Support Officer

Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Managed scheduling, correspondence, and administrative coordination, ensuring efficient daily operations and prompt resolution of service queries.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive scheduling, correspondence, and administrative coordination, enhancing operational efficiency and demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills.

Maintained accurate and confidential records for all administrative processes, ensuring data integrity and compliance with institutional standards.

Resolved service queries promptly and effectively, contributing to smooth daily operations and high satisfaction among staff and stakeholders.

Mosarow Travel and Tour

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Travel Consultant

Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Advised clients on ticketing, reservations, travel itineraries, and documentation for diverse international destinations, ensuring compliance and satisfaction.

Highlights

Provided expert advisory services to clients on complex ticketing, reservation procedures, customized travel itineraries, and essential documentation for various international destinations.

Administered and maintained client databases with meticulous accuracy, ensuring timely data entry and updates in strict compliance with record-keeping and data privacy standards.

Successfully resolved client complaints and escalated complex issues to senior management when necessary, consistently upholding a professional and courteous customer service standard.

Coordinated client appointments for document submission and diligently followed up on reservation and application progress, ensuring timely and successful travel outcomes.

Al-Abrar Travels and Tours

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Travel & Visa Processing Trainee (SIWES)

Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Supported senior consultants in processing client visa inquiries, reservation requests, and verifying travel documentation, gaining foundational industry experience.

Highlights

Supported senior consultants in effectively processing client visa inquiries, efficiently completing reservation requests, and meticulously verifying travel documentation.

Gained hands-on proficiency with essential CRM tools and online travel/visa portals, optimizing client data management, correspondence, and application tracking processes.

Assisted in coordinating and scheduling client appointments for biometric data collection and document submission at various visa application centres, ensuring procedural compliance.

Platinum Temmy International Travels and Tours

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Personal Assistant & Reservationist

Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided comprehensive administrative and client support, managing scheduling, correspondence, and client follow-up across multiple accounts.

Highlights

Provided comprehensive administrative and client support, proficiently managing scheduling, correspondence, and client follow-up across multiple high-value accounts.

Managed complex reservation systems and coordinated essential travel documentation, ensuring stringent accuracy and full compliance with international travel requirements.

Liaised effectively with clients to clearly explain costs, timelines, and intricate requirements for various travel services, demonstrating strong advisory and communication skills.

Education

The Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State

Ede, Osun State, Nigeria
Higher National Diploma (HND) Leisure and Tourism Management Grade: Upper Credit

Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu, Lagos State

Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) Leisure and Tourism Management Grade: Lower Credit

University of the People, California, USA

California, California, United States of America
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BSc. Computer Science

Languages

English

Yoruba

Arabic

Certificates

Executive / Virtual Assistant Certificate

Skill2Scale

Certificate of Exemption

NYSC

Advanced Diploma in Reservation and Travel Agency

Universal School of Aviation

Skills

Ticketing & Reservations Support

Ticketing Systems, Reservation Management, Booking Platforms.

Travel Consultation & Customer Service

Client Advisory, Customer Relationship Management, Problem Solving, Client Education.

Visa Application Processing & Documentation Verification

Visa Requirements, Document Review, Application Submission, Compliance.

Client Consultation & Advisory

Travel Requirements, Timelines, Cost Management, Itinerary Planning.

Embassy, Consulate & Travel/Visa Application Centre Liaison

Government Relations, Inter-agency Coordination, Protocol Adherence.

CRM Tools & Online Travel/Visa Application Portals

CRM Software, Online Portals, Data Management.

Appointment Scheduling

Biometrics, Interviews, Document Submission, Calendar Management.

Record-Keeping, Reporting & Application Tracking

Data Accuracy, Status Monitoring, Reporting, Confidentiality.

Customer Service, Issue Resolution & Client Follow-up

Complaint Handling, Client Retention, Post-Service Support.

Communication & Computer Skills

Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Digital Literacy, Technical Proficiency.

Microsoft Office Suite

Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Attention to Detail, Accuracy & Confidentiality

Precision, Error Reduction, Data Security.

Cross-departmental Coordination

Ticketing, Tours, Documentation, Team Collaboration.

Adaptability & Learning Agility

Pressure Management, Deadline Adherence, Continuous Learning, Growth Mindset.