Advanced Traveler Escalations Associate

At Expedia Group, we help travelers explore the world, one journey at a time. As a global travel company powered by passionate people, trusted partnerships, and leading technology, we connect travelers, partners, and advertisers through our consumer brands, B2B network, and travel advertising business. Here, you'll do meaningful work that helps millions of people discover, book, and experience travel with more ease, confidence, and joy. Our five Behaviors-Traveler First, Think Big, Operate with Excellence, Ownership Mindset, and Succeed Together-help foster a supportive environment where people can grow their careers and have the flexibility, benefits, and support to do their best work. Join us and build for travelers everywhere. Advanced Traveler Escalations Manager   Introduction to the team   The Product Team creates high-quality end-to-end experiences for travelers, partners, and Expedia Group. Our focus on customer-centric innovation enables us to develop products that build loyalty and repeat business. We partner closely with teams across Expedia Group to drive growth and achieve results for our customers and the company. At VRBO, we are committed to delivering exceptional traveler experiences. We believe our team plays a pivotal role in achieving this goal. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Traveler Service Associate to help maintain service, quality, and traveler experience standards while ensuring continuous improvement in our operations. In this role, you will: Resolve escalated and complex customer inquiries related to travel bookings, configurations, and service consumption. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to address and escalate issues, ensuring customer satisfaction and resolution. Mediate between travelers and partners while maintaining professionalism and empathy. Promote Expedia Group platforms, tools, and services, guiding customers to self-service solutions where appropriate. Analyze case trends and provide insights to improve processes and reduce future escalations. Communicate clearly and proactively with customers and internal teams. Mentor and support peers by sharing best practices and constructive feedback. Balance multiple tasks and projects with precision, prioritizing based on urgency and impact. Contribute to development and refinement of operational policies, procedures, and knowledge-base content. Participate in customer-facing events or meetings to build relationships and promote Expedia offerings. Experience & Qualifications: 3+ years in customer service, preferably in travel, hospitality, or technology environments. Associate or Bachelor degree, or equivalent related experience. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; CRM and travel industry tools experience is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills with empathy and clarity. Ability to resolve issues independently and think critically under pressure. Proven ability to deliver high-quality service and build customer relationships. Experience working cross-functionally and mentoring peers. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change Accommodation requests Expedia Group is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience. If you need an accommodation or adjustment due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a request at https://expedia.service-now.com/askeg?id=job_accommodation . About Expedia Group Expedia Group includes three flagship consumer brands - Expedia, Hotels.com, and Vrbo - along with a leading B2B travel business and travel advertising offerings. Across our brands and business, we help travelers explore the world with confidence and ease. Important notice Employment opportunities and job offers at Expedia Group will always come from Expedia Group's Talent Acquisition and hiring teams. Never share sensitive personal information unless you are confident of the recipient. Expedia Group does not extend job offers via email or