Senior Operations Manager, Corp Travel

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The Senior Operations Manager, Corporate Travel is expected to lead and improve UOB’s corporate travel operations, covering travel policy, agency and vendor management, service performance, cost control, reporting and employee support. The role typically requires a degree in business, travel management, operations or a related discipline, with substantial experience managing corporate travel programs or large-scale service operations. Candidates should understand travel platforms, booking processes, expense controls and supplier contracts, while being comfortable using data to identify savings and service improvements. Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, communication, problem-solving and leadership skills are expected. Experience in banking, multinational organizations, travel management companies or shared-service environments would be advantageous.

About the employer

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a major Singapore-based bank with operations across Southeast Asia and selected markets in Asia-Pacific. Founded in 1935, it provides personal and business banking, commercial and corporate banking, wealth management, investment banking and transaction services. UOB serves individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations and institutional clients through branches, digital channels and regional offices. The bank has built a strong reputation in ASEAN, supported by its acquisition of Citigroup’s consumer businesses in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam. As a large financial institution, UOB offers roles across banking, technology, risk, finance, operations, customer service and corporate functions. Its corporate travel team supports business travel governance, supplier relationships, employee service and cost-effective travel processes across the organization.