Senior Travel Manager

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

Job summary

A leading sports and entertainment marketing agency is seeking a Senior Travel Manager to establish and run RF Travel, their new internal travel function. This role involves managing all corporate travel logistics, building supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with travel policies. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in corporate travel management, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive approach to developing travel solutions.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years in corporate travel management.
• Deep understanding of travel booking platforms.
• Proven ability to manage multiple bookings.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of domestic and international travel.
• Build and maintain relationships with travel providers.
• Lead the implementation of travel management systems.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Supplier negotiation

Travel booking platforms

Organisational skills

Job description

About Right Formula

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

Supplier & Partner Relationships

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

Reporting & Cost Optimisation

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

Essential

At least 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

Desirable

Experience in sports, events, or agency environments

Familiarity with ATOL, IATA, and corporate travel compliance standards

Commercial mindset and enthusiasm for identifying new opportunities