Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.

As part of the Global Business Consulting organization, Travel Program Management (TPM) outsource practice line is one of the fastest growing organizations within that group, aiming to provide value by executing strategic and operational travel management on behalf of our customers. This position of a Travel Program Specialist (TPS) within the TPM practice line will be responsible for providing extensive travel operational and stakeholder management from withing the clients organization.

The TPS is responsible for the day-to-day operation and execution of the travel program and related projects, the TPS is embedded within the client network and organization to drive the travel program delivering results on behalf of the client and includes the following activities:

What You'll Do

The Travel Program Specialist (TPS) will assist the Service Delivery Managers (SDM) and Regional Travel Managers (RTM) with ongoing global tasks including the following:

Program Management

Support EMEA and Global Teams and action day-to-day operational needsSupport implementation of new tools and processesProvide travelers with tactical and operational support, and answer general travel questionsProvide Concur trainingSupport Regional SDM’s as and when requiredWork closely with the Global Project Lead

Operational Travel Management Support

Assess travel policy rules and liaise with the online support teams Administer configuration and understand user navigational experiencesProvide an ongoing online educational supportReconcile local invoicesHarmonization project supportAdmin/invoice support

Communication

Support client travel intranet pages and other forms of communication channelsProvide client with travel management information to deliver meaningful insight to stakeholdersAssist with Concur trainingQuarterly TEUG (Traveler Experience User Group) session preparation & administrationCreating divisional presentations in PowerPoint

Program Savings, Compliance, and Demand Management

Researches, analyzes and reports on travel work streams Maintains inputs and perform QC related to intelligence dashboardsQuarterly statistics (out of policy, other approvals, etc.)GS Internal Travel reporting where possibleProduce ad hoc reporting as requested

Vendor/Supplier Support

Support rate loading activitiesAct as first level contact for day-to-day matters concerning Amex GBT Operations

What We’re Looking For

Previous experience working in a global environment and/or financial services5 years In-depth experience in business travel, experience in card/payment solutions a plusSkilled in client/customer management, with strong problem-solving skills.Proven expertise in providing solutions to drive improvement in customer satisfactionExcellent customer service skills as well as oral and written communication skills and have the ability to manage a network of contactsUnderstanding of travel data and overall travel related processes with ability to analyze spend and trendsExcellent technical skills on travel related technology such as online booking systems and reporting toolsStrong analytical skills, commitment to quality, adaptability, change management, self-motivation and teamwork skills requiredStrong communication skills, both written and verbalDemonstrates personal excellence by showing personal determination and resilience and is optimistic in changing circumstancesFluent in English, additional language skills are an advantage

     

Location

London, United Kingdom

     

The #TeamGBT Experience

Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.

Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family.

Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.

Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.

We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.

And much more!

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law.

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