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Mandarin speaking Commercial Partnerships & Operations Manager
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Expire in: a month
Job Description
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Job Title - Mandarin speaking Commercial Partnerships & Operations Manager – UK-China Travel Programmes (sponsorship available)
The Skills You'll Need: Mandarin and English fluent, management experience in international education or cultural exchange programmes
Your New Salary: Up to £55k (Negotiable depending on the experience)
Permanent
Office based initially, with Flexible hybrid working opportunities once passed probation.
Start: ASAP
Reports to: Chief Operations Officer
Working hours: 8:30am-5:00pm (with 1 hour lunch break)
Location: Liverpool
What You'll be Doing:
* Oversee the delivery of all UK-China travel programmes, ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
* Design and manage high-quality, culturally immersive itineraries for student exchanges, teacher delegations, and leadership visits.
* Coordinate all logistics including travel, visas, accommodation, in-country transport, and hosting arrangements.
* Liaise with DMCs and suppliers to ensure accurate, timely, and budget-conscious delivery.
* Provide strategic leadership to the travel operations function across the UK and China.
* Monitor the full sales-to-delivery lifecycle, ensuring smooth transitions, clear accountability, and scalable processes.
* Identify and onboard new partner schools, DMCs, education institutions, and suppliers across the UK and China.
* Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and supplier agreements to secure quality and profitability.
* Build and manage trusted relationships with schools, government bodies, education authorities, and travel partners.
* Ensure cultural sensitivity and compliance with regulatory frameworks in both countries.
* Organise online events, group communications, virtual meetings, and delivery updates.
* Lead post-trip reviews and ensure continual service improvements based on feedback and KPIs.
The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:
* Fluent in Mandarin and English (written and verbal).
* Minimum 5 years' experience in high-pressure operational and administrative roles in travel and / or hospitality industries.
* Strong knowledge of the China market, including education, travel, and regulatory environments.
* Significant experience in travel, education, or international programme operations.
* Proven track record in people management, with experience leading cross-border or remote teams.
* Strong business development and stakeholder engagement experience.
* Skilled in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.
* Confident using tools like Microsoft 365, HubSpot, Zoom, Monday,com, Xero, and WeChat.
* Intercultural awareness and the ability to navigate cultural sensitivities with professionalism.
* Willingness to travel between the UK and China.
* Able to pass an enhanced DBS check.
Preferred Qualifications
* Previous experience in international education or cultural exchange programmes.
* Knowledge of Chinese and UK safeguarding, travel risk, and compliance standards.
* Experience working with Chinese educational institutions or government bodies.
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