Assistant Manager - T&E

Job Title: Assistant Manager - T&E Location: Bangalore ABOUT UNILEVER Be part of the world’s most successful, purpose-led business. Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow; and we believe in business as a force for good. Unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes; use your energy to make this happen. Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best. Every individual here can bring their purpose to life through their work. Join us and you’ll be surrounded by inspiring leaders and supportive peers. Among them, you’ll channel your purpose, bring fresh ideas to the table, and simply be you. As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we’ll work to help you become a better you. ABOUT BANGALORE HUB Bangalore Hub is the global technology and operations engine of Unilever offering business services, technology, and enterprise solutions. Bangalore Hub serves over 190 locations and through a network of specialized service lines and partners delivers insights and innovations, user experiences and end-to-end seamless delivery making Unilever Purpose Led and Future Fit. JOB PURPOSE: The Travel & Expense (T&E) Global Operations Assistant Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for global T&E processes. This role ensures compliance with corporate policies, drives automation and efficiency, and delivers a seamless employee experience across multiple geographies. The position manages xx indirect reports, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead end-to-end T&E operations, including reimbursements and corporate card programs. Act as the global escalation point for complex issues. Develop, implement, and enforce global T&E policies. Partner with controllership and audit teams to ensure adherence to global mandates. Drive automation and process improvements using Concur and AppZen. Monitor KPIs, SLAs, and workflow efficiency. Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, HR, IT, and Audit teams. Provide insights and reporting to senior leadership. Conduct performance reviews, capability building, and succession planning. Deliver spend analysis, compliance dashboards, and audit reports. Provide actionable insights for cost optimization and decision-making. PERFORMANCE METRICS: Operational Efficiency SLA Adherence [Payment on Time]– % of expense reports processed within defined turnaround time. Automation Impact [Auto & Touchless Approvals] – Reduction in manual interventions through Concur/AppZen automation. Error Rate – % of rejected or reprocessed claims. Compliance & Governance Audit Findings – Number and severity of audit exceptions. Policy Compliance – % of claims aligned with global T&E policy.