Travel Operations Manager- Global Financial Firm

Brewer Morris; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial firm is seeking a Travel Operations Manager to enhance their travel function supporting global teams. This role involves managing vendor relationships, leading a small team, and shaping travel policies in a high-expectation environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in corporate travel management and strong negotiation skills.

Benefits

Full medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits

401(k) with employer match

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing corporate travel within a financial services environment.
• Strong vendor negotiation experience and knowledge of global travel platforms.
• Proven track record leading policy design and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead travel operations and vendor management across all regions.
• Develop and manage relationships with global agencies and airline partners.
• Analyze data to track spend and improve policy effectiveness.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

Travel Operations Manager- Global Financial Firm

Travel Operations Manager- Global Financial Firm

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr

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Travel Operations Manager – Global Financial Firm

Location: Chicago | On-Site, 5 Days/Week

Compensation: $150,000 – $175,000 base + Bonus

Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits; 401(k) with employer match

We’re partnering with a global investment firm that operates across asset classes and geographies. Known for its rigorous approach to operations and talent, the firm fosters a fast-moving, intellectually charged culture where excellence is the baseline.

They are seeking a Travel Operations Manager to lead and evolve a sophisticated travel function supporting global teams, high-profile stakeholders, and complex itineraries. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical corporate services function.

Why This Role:

• Work alongside exceptional professionals in a top financial environment.
• Shape travel policies and strategy across domestic and international hubs.
• Partner directly with leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Be part of a tech-forward organization that values execution, precision, and thoughtful problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead travel operations and vendor management across all regions, driving compliance, efficiency, and white-glove service.
• Develop and manage relationships with global agencies, airline partners, and hotels.
• Analyze data to track spend, improve policy effectiveness, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage and mentor a small team; implement process automation and workflow improvements.
• Serve as point-of-escalation for high-touch travel and last-minute changes; support relocations and VIP travel as needed.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience managing corporate travel within a financial services environment
• Strong vendor negotiation experience and knowledge of global travel platforms
• Proven track record leading policy design, training, and change management in dynamic environments.
• Comfortable working onsite M–F in a high-expectation, high-accountability culture.
• Clear communicator with a service-first approach and executive presence.

If you’re a strategic and service-minded travel leader with experience supporting global financial teams, apply confidentially. This is a unique opportunity to elevate your career in one of the industry’s most respected platforms.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Customer Service, and Management

• Industries

  Banking, Financial Services, and Investment Management

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Child care support

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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