Working Student - Travel & Expense

About the Role
As a Working Student supporting Blacklane’s Travel & Expense function, you’ll help keep the review of travel and business expenses accurate, efficient, and aligned with company policies during periods of high activity and increasing transaction volumes.
You’ll work closely with the Travel & Expense Manager, reviewing expenses across at least three Blacklane hubs and supporting administrative and process-related activities as business needs evolve. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a global finance-related function while contributing to reliable day-to-day operations.
This role is based in Berlin, planned for six months and requires 20 hours per week.
Your Impact and Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll:
Review travel and business expenses across at least three Blacklane hubs to support accurate and timely processing.
Check expense submissions against company policies and help ensure consistent application of the relevant guidelines.
Support the Travel & Expense Manager with administrative activities during periods of increased activity and transaction volumes.
Contribute to process-related tasks that help the Travel & Expense function work efficiently.
Organize and prioritize work across different hubs and changing business needs.
Raise questions or potential issues when information is unclear or does not align with the applicable policies.
About You
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
Are currently studying Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Tourism, Travel Management, Hospitality Management, or a related subject.
Pay close attention to detail and have a structured way of working.
Are comfortable reviewing financial or administrative information.
Can work independently while also asking questions when clarification is needed.
Have good organizational and communication skills.
Are confident using digital tools and learning new systems quickly.
Have a good understanding of the travel industry.
Are familiar with business structures and processes, including cost centers, departments, subsidiaries, and internal work and approval flows.
About Blacklane
Our mission is simple but powerful: to become the world’s leading premium, global chauffeur service. Operating in 50+ countries, we reimagine chauffeur-driven rides by prioritizing reliability, innovation, and first-class service at every step. Blacklane is also at the forefront of sustainable mobility efforts, continuously working to reduce our operational impact on the planet.
Our Company Culture & Values
Blacklane has grown from a two-person startup in Berlin to a global team of over 300 people representing 54+ nationalities. Our culture is powered by our commitment to three core values: Care, Drive and Excellence.
Care - We are invested in each other's well-being and professional growth.
Drive - We act with pace and determination. We are ambitious, committed to a growth mindset, and champion ownership and delivery.
Excellence - We understand our customers so we can exceed expectations.
We support our people through initiatives like Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs that bring our values to life.
We welcome—and actively support—employees to create or join the communities that are important to them.
Why join us in a Blacklane on the fast lane?
🚉 Monthly BVG / Deutschlandticket subsidy to support your commute
🍲 Subsidised healthy meals via BellaBona
🌴 Working students receive 1 vacation day for every 10 hours worked.
💪 Your Mental and Physical Health → No compromise with Nilo and Wellhub
🏢 Hybrid setup: 2-3 days a week in our Berlin HQ, right in the heart of Schöneberg
🎓 Continuous learning through LinkedIn learning
🚀Fair pay and benefits tailored to local markets
Do you have any questions or want to know more about our way of working? Feel free to contact us. We’re happy to connect!
We place great value on equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome everyone to apply!
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