Corporate Vice President, Corporate Travel

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
This position is a hybrid - Tuesday - Thursday in the NY Office and Monday & Friday work from home.
The CVP of Corporate Travel oversees managing the Company's corporate travel program while offering the safest, most cost effective, most productive, most convenient and most timely travel solutions to all employees world-wide.
What You'll Do:
Successful performance of daily responsibilities in terms of quality, and completeness includes:

• Set strategy and direction for managing New York Life's travel program including managing the corporate travel management company, airlines, hotels, car rental providers and travel safety provider relationships
• Manage corporate aircraft program including contract management, scheduling and reporting
• Achieve cost efficiencies through effective management and negotiation of contracts with travel management companies, airlines, hotels, car rental agencies, and safety service providers, as well as by utilizing strategic communication to promote the use of preferred vendors among corporate travelers
• Manage the Corporate Travel portal on The Square. This includes updating the travel policy, providing safety and security updates whenever necessary, publishing preferred hotel rates and providing information on all aspects of the travel program
• Stay updated on new developments in the travel industry, determine what it means for the travel program and see whether new vendors should be incorporated into the program
• Manage the group strategic meeting program and group meeting planner
• Provide fast and high-quality service to all employees within the Company when the need arises. Work with vendors to maximize service to all employees
• Liaise with other departments to maximize productivity as well as the safety and security features of the program
• Stay current with industry trends, technological advancements and best practices in travel

What You'll Bring:

• Knowledge of travel vendor contracts, good communicator, excellent interpersonal skills, analytical skills, multitasker, detail oriented, problem solving skills
• Experience: 5-7 years of experience in a similar role at a corporation or with a travel agency, airline, hotel, car rental company or other travel-related vendor.
• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree.
• Skills:
  Commitment to continued professional development and "on-the-job" learning
  Strong work ethic, problem solving and organizational skills, and attention to detail
  Strong verbal and written communication skills
  Ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented culture

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Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $135,000-$165,000
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual's experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities-inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you'll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what's next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees - and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.Click hereto discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life's leadership in this space.
Recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com.
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Job Requisition ID: 93349