Our client is a global leader in premium and luxury travel, dedicated to helping travellers discover cultures, connect with people and experience unforgettable journeys. They are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join their team.
The Role
As the Business Development Manager, you’ll grow sales across the company brands, strengthen relationships with retail agent partners, and expand presence in key B2B and B2C markets.
You’ll champion their USPs, drive brand awareness, and execute a strategic sales plan that delivers passenger growth and revenue targets.
This is a field-based role covering the North UK and Scotland (4 days on the road, 1 day WFH).
Business Development Manager Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop high-value B2B growth opportunities
Build and execute business plans to maximise revenue
Inspire and educate retail agents through seminars, workshops, webinars and fam trips
Deliver engaging presentations to promote APT and Travelmarvel
Track competitor activity and market trends to identify opportunities
Represent the company at trade shows, events, launches and conferences
Manage sales budgets and ensure strong ROI
Provide monthly market insights, product feedback and competitor analysis
About You
2+ years in Business Development or Account Management
Travel industry sales experience (retail or wholesale)
Confident, outgoing communicator with strong relationship-building skills
Excellent presentation, negotiation and organisational abilities
Strong analytical mindset and ability to spot sales opportunities
Tech-savvy, especially with PowerPoint
Flexible with travel, evenings and weekends during peak periods
Benefits
Monthly car allowance
Competitive bonus scheme
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Familiarisation trips on our premium products
Wellbeing and L&D programs
Work From Anywhere up to 10 days per year
A supportive, collaborative, high-energy culture
If you have an account management background in travel please apply asap with your CV!
