Corporate Travel Manager – 12‑Month Fixed‑Term

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Travel Manager to lead a 12‑month proof‑of‑concept project for a global organisation. The role will establish an in‑house travel function from scratch, delivering a high‑touch service for the senior leadership team and laying the foundation for future expansion.

Key responsibilities

• Design and launch an in‑house corporate travel function, including policies, procedures and SOPs.
• Evaluate, select and implement travel booking systems and related tools.
• Manage complex international itineraries for senior executives, covering flights, accommodation, ground transport, visas and other services.
• Provide proactive support, handling schedule changes and travel disruptions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key travel suppliers and external partners.
• Monitor travel spend, identify cost‑optimisation opportunities while preserving service quality.
• Produce regular reporting and recommendations to guide the function’s development.
• Support the business case for extending the service beyond the leadership team.

Required profile

• Current experience in an in‑house corporate travel function or a Travel Management Company supporting executive or VIP travellers.
• Proven track record of booking and coordinating complex corporate travel arrangements.
• Experience supporting senior executives, board members or C‑suite stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of corporate travel operations, supplier management and travel policy.
• Excellent organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm and responsive under pressure.

Required skills

• Proficiency with travel booking systems and related tools.
• Knowledge of corporate travel policy development and implementation.
• Supplier management and contract negotiation experience.