Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager - Corporate Travel

We are recruiting on behalf of a client who are looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to help drive the next stage of growth within their corporate travel division.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established travel group with significant scale, strong financial backing and a highly competitive product offering. The business has an established global infrastructure, extensive airline relationships and a strong operational setup already in place, giving you the platform to focus on what you do best - winning business.

The role will focus on building corporate travel sales across the UK SME market and offers the chance to genuinely shape and influence growth.

Business Development Manager - what will I be doing?

Driving new business growth across the UK SME corporate travel market

Identifying, approaching and securing new corporate accounts

Building relationships with decision makers and positioning the business as a strong alternative within the TMC market

Creating and managing a healthy sales pipeline and converting opportunities into revenue

Developing relationships across the travel industry and networking within relevant events and industry circles

Working closely with internal teams to ensure a smooth client onboarding experience

Helping shape future sales strategy as the corporate division continues to grow

Playing a key role in building the UK corporate proposition

Business Development Manager - what experience do I need?

Previous business development experience within corporate travel / TTC / TMC environment is essential

Strong understanding of the SME corporate travel market

Proven track record of winning new business and exceeding targets

Good understanding of how corporate clients buy travel services and what influences switching providers

Confident networking and relationship-building skills

Commercially aware with strong negotiation ability

Able to operate autonomously whilst also contributing strategically

Business Development Manager - What else do I need to know?

Hybrid role based in Central London

Salary circa £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience

Uncapped commission structure with strong earning potential

Part of a large, established travel group with extensive global infrastructure

Excellent airline relationships and highly competitive air product offering

Great opportunity for someone who wants visibility, autonomy and the chance to make a real impact

This feels like a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building, influencing and being part of a growth story rather than stepping into a heavily structured sales environment.