Team Lead GBS Meeting & Events

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

Provide booking and rate negotiation, while supporting administrative services for internal customers across Europe —especially Germany—in the Meetings & Events area, ensuring compliance with policies and tax regulations while driving customer satisfaction, process improvements, and cost savings. Act as a senior expert and trusted reference for the team. Support the Meetings & Events teams in Porto and Herzogenaurach by safeguarding compliance, data accuracy, and process standards, managing complex requests, driving continuous improvements, and building team capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the operational Meetings & Events team; manage daily workload and ensure SLA adherence;
  • Maintain effective relationships with business stakeholders and global teams to ensure smooth service delivery;
  • Monitor KPIs and ensure execution of the EMEA Meetings & Events operational strategy;
  • Manage end-to-end meeting and event requests in line with defined processes and compliance standards;
  • Provide consultancy and execute standardized processes using Cvent;
  • Source and book group accommodation and event services within approved frameworks; negotiate rates in line with procurement guidelines;
  • Oversee payments, internal recharges, and accurate data transfer to finance and tax systems;
  • Ensure compliance with legal, tax, and corporate policies; address deviations and non-compliance cases;
  • Analyze operational reports and implement corrective actions where needed;
  • Support tenders, supplier negotiations, and continuous improvement initiatives;
  • Participate in projects and provide administrative and coordination support as required.

Skills & Abilities

  • Experience in Business Travel and/or Meetings & EventsStrong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills;
  • Proactive improvement mindset;
  • High customer orientation and strong collaboration skills;
  • Intercultural awareness and ability to work in a fast‑paced international environment;
  • Strong interpersonal communication;
  • Advanced MS Office skills.

Education & Experience

  • 4–6 years’ experience in accounting, business administration, or related fields;
  • 1 year of experience managing small to medium-sized team;
  • Experience in multinational/shared service environments;
  • Proven autonomy in handling complex requests;
  • Fluent in English:
  • German is a plus.


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Job Title:  Team Lead GBS Meeting & Events

Brand: 
Location:  Porto
TEAM:  Corporate Services
State:  13
Country/Region:  PT
Contract Type:  Full time
Number:  540596
Date:  Feb 12, 2026