Transportation Coordinator (Summer)

London

Full-Time/Fixed-Term (1st April – 31st August 2025)

 

 

Are you ready to step into the world of international business? Do you excel at staying organized and have a keen eye for detail? Join EF as Transportation Coordinator this summer, where you'll oversee the logistics of student arrivals and departures. This role offers a unique opportunity to hone your skills, take initiative, and contribute to our mission of opening the world through education.

 

 

Careers at EF | Open the world with us

 

EF’s mission is opening the world through education. 

A career with EF combines the support and opportunity of a large international organisation, with the spirit and energy of a small business. We look for thinkers and doers – creative, collaborative, and motivated people who are excited by education, communication, and travel.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries. In the UK and Ireland, our core presence is felt at our international language campuses and summer schools, where we welcome students from around the world to participate in language learning and cultural exchange. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and encourage you to open the world through education.

 

 

Your Role

 

As a Transportation Coordinator this summer, you will leverage your organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation solutions for students attending EF’s summer schools and language campuses across the UK and Ireland.

 

Adaptability to new systems and a collaborative approach are key, as you will work closely with local suppliers, school teams, sales offices, and EF’s international head office in Switzerland to ensure a seamless and exceptional experience for our students.

 

This is a full-time, fixed-term contract position running from April 1 to August 31, 2025, with the possibility of extension or transition to permanent employment.

 

 

Responsibilities

 

Plan, consolidate, and book cost-effective transportation solutions for student arrivals and departures to/from our UK and Irish schoolsAct as a liaison for "Meet and Greet" staff at airports and assist with supplier-related queries, particularly during emergenciesBuild and maintain relationships with local suppliers across the UK and IrelandEnhance the customer experience for transportation and arrival servicesManage invoicing for transportation servicesFrom mid-June, manage emergency phone responsibilities on rota

 

 

Requirements

 

Exceptional attention to detailIntermediate or Advanced level of ExcelExperience in operations, ideally within a tour operator, coach operator, or educational settingStrong communication skills with an analytical and problem-solving mindsetAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environmentA self-starter with strong decision-making abilitiesClear DBS check and two referencesRight to work in the UK on commencement of employment

 

 

Why you will love working with EF

 

Continuous professional developmentExposure to international businessWork in a truly international environment  Regular social events  Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided  Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition  Global career opportunities  Access to EF Hello language learningBased in UK head office in ChelseaOffice café with free coffeeOffice gymFortnightly Thirsty Thursdays

 

 

EF Education First – Our History and Values

Career Progression at EF

 

 

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EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and 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.

 

EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, identity, parental status, experience, and everything else that makes you unique.

 

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