Team Manager - Group Travel in Barcelona

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About the CompanyOur client is a leading global corporate travel management company, providing travel solutions and services to corporate clients worldwide.The company is currently expanding its Meetings & Events division and is structuring a new Eurocenter in Barcelona, which will centralize Group Travel services across France, Spain, Switzerland and Germany.As part of this evolution, they are strengthening their M&E Groups setup for the German market and are looking for an experienced Team Manager to lead and coordinate the Groups function across the Eurocenter, working closely with the existing Barcelona-based team.The RoleAs Team Manager - Group Travel, you will take responsibility for the overall coordination, alignment and performance of the Groups team across four European markets.This is a hands-on leadership role combining team management, operational oversight and client management. You will work closely with an already established team in Barcelona while ensuring cross-market consistency, efficient workflows and strong operational performance across the Eurocenter.ResponsibilitiesLead and coordinate the Group Travel team across Germany, France, Spain and SwitzerlandManage workflows, resources and project allocation to ensure efficient operations across marketsOversee Group Travel projects and act as an escalation point for complex casesParticipate in client kick-off calls and ensure clear understanding of client requirementsMaintain strong client and stakeholder relationships and ensure high service qualityCoach, support and develop team members, including onboarding and trainingIdentify opportunities to improve processes, productivity and ways of working across the EurocenterWork closely with international M&E stakeholders and the existing Barcelona teamYour ProfileSeveral years of experience in Group Travel / M&EStrong Amadeus GDS experienceSolid knowledge of Group Travel operations and the travel industryPrevious experience in team management, workflow coordination operational managementStrong organizational and problem-solving skillsConfident client-facing and communication skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesFluent EnglishFrench is strongly preferredSpanish and Cvent experience are a plusAlready based in BarcelonaThe Ideal CandidateYou are an autonomous, solution-oriented and people-focused manager who is comfortable taking ownership in a structured but evolving international environment.You combine strong operational knowledge with the ability to manage and develop an existing team. You are confident dealing with clients, resolving complex situations and making decisions independently.You are also motivated by the opportunity to strengthen and align an already established Group Travel function within a growing Eurocenter structure.What We OfferOpportunity to work within a growing M&E Eurocenter in BarcelonaManagement responsibility across four European marketsInternational and multicultural working environmentHybrid working model: 3 days in the office / 2 days remoteOngoing training and development opportunitiesLong-term career opportunities within a global corporate travel organizationSalary: Expected from approximately €40,000 gross/year, depending on experience. The company is open to market feedback.