Business Development Manager - London, UK

Business Development Manager - London, UK

Full-Time No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive business growth by identifying and securing new client partnerships in corporate travel.
  • Company: Join Flight Centre, a leader in personalised corporate travel solutions.
  • Benefits: Unlimited earning potential, exclusive perks, and award-winning benefits prioritising your well-being.
  • Other info: Exciting career growth opportunities in a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team where your success is celebrated and rewarded.
  • Qualifications: 1+ year in B2B sales or travel sector, with strong communication and networking skills.

About the brand

Flight Centre Travel Groups dedicated business travel experts; Flight Centre Business Travel (FCBT) specialise in corporate travel solutions for small to medium companies. FCBT provides a people-led travel management service, offering hyper-personalised support, expert advice, and unique access to extensive corporate travel products. Acting as an extension of their client's team, FCBT delivers comprehensive travel management with a personal touch, making life easier and more productive for their clients.

About the role

As a Business Development Manager at Flight Centre Business Travel, you will manage the entire business development cycle, from identifying prospects to pitching our services and securing new client partnerships, ultimately expanding our client portfolio. Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Proactively identifying and engaging potential clients: Seek out new business opportunities and initiate contact with companies that could benefit from our comprehensive travel solutions.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships across a multitude of role types, nurturing these connections to reinforce FCBT as a preferred and reliable partner.
  • Understanding their needs and presenting FCBT's offering: Engage with prospects to uncover their corporate travel requirements, booking behaviours, and pain points. Showcase the benefits of FCBT’s offering, clearly articulating how our solution can streamline their travel programs, save time, reduce costs, and support their business growth.
  • Supporting new clients through onboarding: Facilitate a smooth onboarding process to ensure new clients are well-integrated into our system and comfortable with our services. Introduce them to their dedicated travel team for direct access to support and expert advice from the outset.

What we’re looking for

  • 1+ year experience working in a BDM role, heavily focused on B2B Sales/Development or experience working in a Sales role within the Travel & Tourism sector.
  • An individual who thrives in a sales environment, is self-motivated, driven, and has a passion for delivering sales targets and achieving KPIs.
  • Experience in selling a solution across various role types and a demonstrated ability to close opportunities.
  • The ability to manage external and internal stakeholders through strong communication and delivery of outcomes.
  • Extra points if you're a master of networking, lead generation and have impressive communication and presentation skills.

What’s in it for you?

Unlimited earning potential with uncapped commission and exceptional year-on-year growth opportunities! Exclusive Flight Centre perks! Through our pillars of Health, Wealth, Wise, Wanderlust, and Recharge, we bring our number one philosophy, #OurPeople, to life, offering award-winning benefits designed to prioritize YOU!

Join us for a dynamic, growth-focused journey where your success is our top priority. If you're ready for an exciting career where your efforts are celebrated, we want you on our team!

Flight Centre is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Business Development Manager - London, UK employer: Flight Centre Careers Job Listings

Scott Dunn Private is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in London where Relationship Managers can thrive. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, employees benefit from tailored career progression opportunities, comprehensive training, and a supportive culture that celebrates success and fosters collaboration. The company also provides attractive perks, including a personal travel fund, competitive salaries, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about luxury travel and relationship management.

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Contact Details:

Flight Centre Careers Job Listings Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Business Development Manager - London, UK

B2B Sales
Business Development
Client Relationship Management
Sales Target Achievement
KPI Management
Networking
Lead Generation