Travel Supervisor

A Igreja de Jesus Cristo dos Santos dos Últimos Dias; Wooburn Green; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An international faith organization in Wooburn Green is seeking a Travel Supervisor to manage the Travel Team, ensure compliance with regulations, and coordinate travel itineraries. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience in travel management, and strong communication skills. This role is hybrid, offering both remote and in-office work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in travel management.
• Willingness to relocate within an hour of High Wycombe.
• Knowledge of global visa requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the performance of the Travel Team.
• Plan and coordinate travel itineraries efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with international travel regulations.
• Provide timely responses to emergency travel situations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Travel University specialist certification

Job description

Travel Supervisor

United Kingdom (Híbrido)

To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Job Description

This position is the primary resource for training and experience in booking tickets, tariffs, routings, visa work, passports, and other travel‑related items. It manages, trains, and coordinates day‑to‑day travel functions. It ensures that all travel processes and policies are appropriately followed and that appropriate work quality is accomplished, including compliance with negotiated agreements and contracts, proper accounting and adherence to government regulatory regulations, etc. It assists in ensuring that all global travel key performance measures are accomplished and consistently identifies and provides solutions to both local and global challenges. The candidate must keep informed of changes and trends in the travel industry and must be able to attend occasional out‑of‑hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership and Operational Excellence

• Supervise and manage the performance of the Travel Team, ensuring high‑quality, consistent, and efficient service delivery.
• Support the Travel Manager in coordinating and executing global travel arrangements.
• Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence in all travel processes and customer interactions.
• Train, mentor, and coach team members to enhance skills and strengthen overall team performance.

Travel Planning and Coordination

• Plan and coordinate travel itineraries using the most cost‑effective options available.
• Manage bookings for flights, hotels, trains, and car rentals through approved systems, vendors, or online platforms.
• Prepare detailed itineraries, including travel restrictions and relevant traveler information.
• Ensure all required travel documents and visas are obtained, verified, and compliant with applicable regulations.

Compliance and Financial Stewardship

• Ensure adherence to visa and international travel regulations in collaboration with government authorities, legal advisors, and travel partners.
• Follow accounting guidelines for invoicing, billing, and payments of all travel transactions.
• Maintain accurate and auditable records in line with Church and financial policies.
• Support audits and provide necessary documentation as required.

Emergency Support and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Provide timely and appropriate responses to emergency or last‑minute travel situations.
• Support special events and complex travel arrangements such as mission president seminars, area council meetings, and area reviews.
• Liaise with consulates, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth coordination and strong relationships.
• Contribute to vendor evaluations and process improvements to strengthen travel operations.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment with the mission and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints.
• Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within an hour's commute from the Area Office in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. Supervise and manage performance of the travel team.
• Bachelor's degree and three plus years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Travel University specialist certification (or country equivalent) highly preferred.
• Demonstrates understanding of global systems/tools, vendor contracts, travel processes, etc.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate with travel vendors and executive personnel.
• Management or leadership experience in the Church environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of global visa requirements is preferred.
• Must be able to travel as required.

Location: High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK (Hybrid)

Job Schedule: Full time

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