Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager | Field Based | Southern Territory | Salary circa £40,000 plus bonuses Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with an award-winning tour operator who are recruiting a Business Development Manager to join their successful trade sales team. The Role: As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for growing market share across your territory, managing key travel agency accounts and building new business relationships across the UK travel trade. The role will also involve hosting training events, attending industry conferences, supporting fam trips, and delivering outstanding account management support to agency partners. You Will Have: • At least 2 years' experience in a field-based travel sales role OR a strong retail travel background at senior level is essential • Proven success in account management and developing new business opportunities • Strong communication and presentation skills • Commercial awareness with the ability to analyse sales trends and performance • Organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently • Flexibility to travel extensively throughout the territory, including some evenings and weekends • Confidence using social media and creative engagement ideas to build brand awareness • Existing travel industry contacts within the territory would be advantageous • Passion for travel with strong destination knowledge • Full UK driving licence essential Additional Info: • Salary circa £40,000 depending on experience • Quarterly performance bonus • Annual company profit share bonus • This is a field-based role covering the South with monthly visits to the head office in Cambridge • Excellent company benefits including travel and holiday discounts • Private health insurance and income protection after 2 years service • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Supportive, social, and long-standing team culture Apply with your CV quoting GTR1876 Due to the high number of applications we receive, we're unable to respond to everyone. If you don't hear from us within 7 days, thank you for applying and please keep an eye on our website for future opportunities