Job Description

Who we are:

AMC Networks International (AMCNI), the global division of AMC Networks, delivers entertaining and acclaimed programming that reaches subscribers in more than 130 countries and territories. AMCNI consists of global brands, AMC and SundanceTV, as well as popular, locally recognized channels in various programming genres.

We value diversity and inclusion because we know that people from different backgrounds with different points of view, working together, is essential to our continued success. Join us as we look to further our future as the place where the world’s best stories are told.

The Role:

You will lead the optimization of AMCNI’s travel program (corporate T&E, in-house production travel, meetings & events) through successful delivery of a variety of strategic enhancements. You will deliver cost-effective, user-centric, safety-focussed, and regulatory-compliant travel services to 18 entities across 5 business units in 14 countries in Europe, LatAm and APAC.

Our offering:

This role is based in the UK and working from our offices in Soho (2 days per week) and remotely from home for 3 days.

We offer a supportive work environment, private medical & dental insurance, 25 days holiday and a generous pension scheme. Our offices have an on-site gym, free snacks and a great location in the centre of London.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Strategic travel program management: Optimize the delivery of travel services to all AMCNI employees globally, allowing for regional differences and aiming for continuous improvement
Operational control: Own, govern, design and administer AMCNI travel policies, systems and processes in collaboration with key stakeholders
Cost governance: Manage travel supplier relationships with full accountability for sourcing, negotiation, contracting, implementation, administration and review; Identify and implement cost-saving strategies
Traveller experience: Establish and maintain equitable consistency for all employees in all locations across internal policies/processes/systems and external service providers
Duty of care: Improve traveller safety, security, tracking, communication, assistance and risk management planning
Regulatory compliance: Deliver solutions to comply with all travel-related regulations such as GDPR and evolving immigration and social security rules, including post-Brexit requirements
Cross-functional coordination: Build strong internal relationships and support related projects/activities with other departments including FinSys, DEI, Accounting, FP&A, P&C, Executive, Business Continuity

Key Competencies Required:

Background managing travel in entertainment or other creative industry, including for production, meetings/events, PR/marketing activities
Demonstrates ownership of role/function with high self-commitment and professional standards
Agile and creative problem-solver
Proactive, solutions-focussed and results-driven
Excellent customer care skills
Proven networking and negotiation skills
Clear and effective communicator
Able to work closely with staff/stakeholders internationally and build successful relationships with others
Able to turn data analysis and stakeholder feedback into insights with actionable solutions
Strong organization and time management
Able to work independently, with flexibility to cover multiple time zones
Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
Microsoft Office skills to a good standard, including proficiency with Excel
Possesses the technical skills and knowledge required to manage corporate travel in a multinational entertainment company
Understands the business and how corporate travel management contributes to company goals
Able to travel as required

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