Senior Travel Manager

Right Formula; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Formula, a leading sports marketing agency, seeks a Senior Travel Manager to establish and lead RF Travel, managing corporate travel needs. This role involves overseeing travel logistics, negotiating with suppliers, and developing operational procedures, providing a unique opportunity to build a new function from the ground up.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in corporate travel management (in-house or agency).
• Deep understanding of travel booking platforms and supplier negotiations.
• Experience in sports, events, or agency environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of domestic and international travel for staff and clients.
• Lead the implementation of travel management systems.
• Shape the long-term roadmap for RF Travel.

Skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder communication

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Commercial mindset

Tools

Travel booking platforms

Job description

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Right Formula is a leading sports and entertainment marketing agency, delivering strategic partnerships and creative solutions across global sport. As we expand our operational capabilities, we are launching RF Travel — an in-house travel service designed to manage all internal and client travel needs.

We’re looking for a highly organised, commercially astute, and proactive Senior Travel Manager to lead this exciting new initiative and shape it into a core pillar of our business.

Role Overview:

As Senior Travel Manager, you will be responsible for establishing and running RF Travel, Right Formula’s dedicated internal travel function. You’ll oversee all elements of corporate travel management — from booking and logistics to supplier negotiation and cost control — ensuring seamless travel experiences for our people and clients.

This is a unique opportunity to build a new function from scratch and play a critical role in our growth journey, working closely with senior leadership and client service teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Travel Management

• Manage all aspects of domestic and international travel for staff and clients, including flights, accommodation, ground transport, and itineraries
• Ensure all bookings are compliant with internal travel policies and tailored to client needs
• Provide support with visas, travel documentation, and last-minute changes
• Build and maintain relationships with travel providers, hotel groups, and airlines
• Negotiate competitive rates and exclusive benefits (e.g. upgrades, loyalty perks)
• Monitor service quality and maintain strong supplier performance

Operational Setup

• Lead the implementation of travel management systems (e.g. TravelPerk, Navan)
• Develop internal workflows and standard operating procedures
• Ensure GDPR compliance and secure handling of all travel-related data
• Analyse travel spend and drive cost-efficiency across all bookings
• Produce regular reports on travel patterns, supplier usage, and budget adherence
• Work in partnership with finance on expense tracking and forecasting

Strategic Development

• Shape the long-term roadmap for RF Travel, including potential external offerings
• Assess 24/7 support options to futureproof the service as it scales

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years in corporate travel management (in-house or agency)
• Deep understanding of travel booking platforms and supplier negotiations
• Proven ability to manage multiple bookings and priorities simultaneously
• Strong stakeholder communication and relationship management skills
• Self-motivated, highly organised, and able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in sports, events, or agency environments
• Familiarity with ATOL, IATA, and corporate travel compliance standards
• Commercial mindset and enthusiasm for identifying new opportunities

Sound like you or someone you know?

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Seniority level

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