Strategic Project Senior Manager

HBX Group is the world’s leading technology partner, connecting and empowering the world of travel. We’re game-changers, disruptors, the people who bring together local and global brands in accommodation, transport, activities and payments through our network of 300,000 hotels worldwide, 60,000 hard to reach high value clients such as tour operators, travel agents and loyalty schemes across 140 source markets. We are tech-driven, with a customer-first philosophy, and commercial teams whose knowledge and relationships on the ground are second to none. And of course we have an amazing team! Our people, Team HBX Group, are the beating heart of the company who we encourage to ‘move fast, dream big and make the difference’ every day. In fact, we believe that it is tech + data + people that truly sets us apart in the market, alongside our ‘global approach, local touch’ mentality. We’re headquartered in Palma, Mallorca and employ around 3,500 people worldwide.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Lead the end-to-end design and execution of high-impact strategic initiatives (“Big Bets”) across the organization’s ecosystem, blending strategic vision, cross-functional leadership, and operational excellence to deliver measurable business results.

Collaborate closely with business unit leaders and centers of excellence to co-create strategies for each vertical, launch and scale key growth initiatives, and ensure all efforts are fully aligned with HBX’s overarching priorities and long-term ambitions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the E2E design and delivery of selected Big Bets across the full Ecosystem by working together with commercial and business unit leaders.
• Works closely together with Business Unit (BUs) leaders (e.g. Sourcing, Distribution, Fintech, Mobility & Experiences, HotelTech) and Sales & Sourcing Centers of Excellence to (i) redesign BU strategies under new context of verticalization and (ii) define and launch the main initiatives that will support growth (internally and leveraging partners).
• Identifies market trends alongside the Corporate Strategy team and assesses their impact on BU strategy & HBX positioning to ensure a strong and competitive value proposition within selected BUs
• Develops the strategy, performance and status reporting of specific big bets to be presented in leadership group meetings, Transformation Office, Executive Committee and Advisory Committee

Skills

• Strategic Planning: Design BU strategies with HBX’s overall strategic priorities and ensuring consistency and quality.
• Conceptual Problem Solving: Structuring and solving complex ambiguous challenges such as commercial, partnership & Target Operating Models
• Analytical Problem Solving: Applying structured, data-driven approaches to break down complex business challenges, identify root causes, and quantify impact—supporting strategic decisions with robust financial, operational, and market analysis
• Business Plan Development: Create comprehensive business plans that articulate strategic objectives, synergy areas, and financial projections.
• Communication: Strong presentation skills to synthesize complex topics into actionable insights (for senior stakeholders)
• Stakeholder Engagement: Influencing senior stakeholders and navigating ambiguity to deliver high-impact outcomes.
• Results Orientation: Drive initiatives to completion, maintaining focus on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Project Management: Lead and coordinate cross-functional projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• Judgment and Decision-Making: Exercise sound judgment to make timely, well-informed decisions in dynamic environments.
• Financial Acumen: Demonstrate strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting processes, and the ability to interpret and act on financial data.
• Coaching and Leadership: Delegate, train, and motivate team members to foster development and high performance.
• Interpersonal Skills: Build strong relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, adapting style to audience and context.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience managing strategy & transformation projects at a global organization or in a Strategy Consulting firm
• Minimum 3 years managing Strategy / Transformation projects within a corporate environment, with direct accountability on the financial results of such programs – examples include: value creation plan in post-merger integrations, BU strategic transformations, etc.
• Experience managing and developing people in a multicultural and global organization

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related

You will have the opportunity to work for a company that is going through significant change in becoming the world´s leading travel services provider. We are looking for people that are ready to ride the wave in this exciting journey.

As well as an attractive benefits package you will be able to work: 

• Within an innovative, engaging and multicultural environment.

• Have the opportunity to build strong and lasting business relationships and friendships from around the world.

• Have the opportunity in developing your career locally or within one of our beautiful working locations across the globe.