I’m proactive and sociable, with a (HONS) Degree in International Business and Travelling and Tourism, and over 6 years’ experience as a customer service and corporate travel agent. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and am adept at motivating teams in diverse environments. I’m keen to combine my professional achievements with language skills in a global business context.\n\nI’m looking to utilize my operational experience, creativity and knowledge of strategic practices gained through experience to contribute effectively in a global setting.

Christopher Okeke

I’m proactive and sociable, with a (HONS) Degree in International Business and Travelling and Tourism, and over 6 years’ experience as a customer service and corporate travel agent. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and am adept at motivating teams in diverse environments. I’m keen to combine my professional achievements with language skills in a global business context.\n\nI’m looking to utilize my operational experience, creativity and knowledge of strategic practices gained through experience to contribute effectively in a global setting.

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I’m proactive and sociable, with a (HONS) Degree in International Business and Travelling and Tourism, and over 6 years’ experience as a customer service and corporate travel agent. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and am adept at motivating teams in diverse environments. I’m keen to combine my professional achievements with language skills in a global business context.\n\nI’m looking to utilize my operational experience, creativity and knowledge of strategic practices gained through experience to contribute effectively in a global setting.

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Work Experience

Senior Business Travel Consultant at FCM Travel UK (Flight Centre)
July 1, 2022 - October 29, 2025
Account management (Freshdesk), search and confirm travel reservations, and provide clients with industry information such as low fares, exchange costs and penalties. Tailor-made travel arrangements worldwide, processing emails and inbound/outbound calls, ticketing, reissues and amendments, and handling queries about flights, car rentals, airport transfers, ferries and hotels. Manage invoicing queries, bookings for flights and 5-star accommodation, and escalation of customer complaints to ensure high levels of service with Amadeus GDS, Freshdesk and Salesforce.
Assistant Sales Manager / Administrative Assistant at F.Hinds Jeweller
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Managed face-to-face sales and inbound customer service, maintained stock control and visual merchandising, processed transactions and cash handling, and used Excel and internal systems for reporting and administration; oversaw logistics for online sales.
Senior Business Travel Consultant (Ireland) at Egencia Corporate Travel (Out Of Hours)
August 1, 2019 - August 1, 2019
Worked alongside a team of business development managers to expand our portfolio while providing first-class travel service and tailoring travel arrangements worldwide. Processed emails and calls, handled ticketing, reissues and amendments, and managed reservations for flights, cars and hotels. Addressed invoicing queries and assisted clients via phone and email; logged and resolved customer complaints and ensured timely, professional communication.
Sales Assistant Manager at Penney’s (Primark), O’Connell Street Dublin
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2016
Managed customer service, assisted with queries, performed stockroom duties, merchandising, processed transactions, and handled cash; maintained shelves and supported a fast-paced retail environment.
Passenger Services – Check-in at Lufthansa LOS NG (GDS System Amadeus)
May 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Check-in and verify passenger documentation, ticketing and revalidation, manage baggage processing and applicable fees, issue boarding passes, reschedule affected passengers, and direct passengers through Customs, Immigration and Quarantine; assist passengers including those with special needs such as UM, VIPs and wheelchair assistance.
Assistant Sales Manager/Administrative assistant at F.hinds Jeweller
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Managed face-to-face sales and inbound customer service; maintained stock control and visual merchandising; processed transactions and cash handling; used Excel and internal systems for reporting and administration; managed online sales logistics.
Sales Assistant Manager at Penney’s (Primark) O’Connell Street Dublin (Ireland)
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2016
Facilitated face-to-face sales; stock control and merchandising; processed transactions and cash handling; customer enquiries; stock replenishment and store presentation.
Passenger Services – Check in at Lufthansa LOS NG (GDS System Amadeus)
May 1, 2007 - May 1, 2007
Check-in; ticketing issuing and revalidation; baggage processing and fee calculation; issue boarding passes and assist passengers with special needs; navigate passengers through Customs/Immigration; support for arrivals and check-in processes.

Education

Bachelor of Business (HONS) – International Business in Digital Marketing and Sales at Technological University Dublin
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Higher National Diploma in Travel and Tourism – BTEC Level 6/7 at Inchicore College
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Certificate in Business Studies (FETAC Level 5) at Ballyfermot College
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Pre-Employment Course at Airport Training and Recruitment Services (ATRS)
February 1, 2017 - October 29, 2025
Amadeus Training (GDS System) at Airport Training and Recruitment Services (ATRS)
May 1, 2017 - October 29, 2025
Bachelor of Business (HONS) Degree in International Business in Digital Marketing and Sales at Technological University Dublin
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Higher National Diploma in Travel and Tourism – BTEC Level 6/7 at Inchicore College
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Certificate in Business Studies (FETAC Level 5) at Ballyfermot College
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025
Pre-Employment Course at Airport Training and Recruitment Services (ATRS)
January 11, 2030 - October 29, 2025

Qualifications

Pre-Employment Course
February 1, 2017 - October 29, 2025
Amadeus Training (GDS System)
May 1, 2017 - October 29, 2025
Airport Training and Recruitment Services (ATRS) - Passenger Services
February 1, 2017 - October 29, 2025
Amadeus Training (GDS System)
May 1, 2017 - October 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Retail, Other