Location: Edinburgh, Scotland (Hybrid)
Salary: £30,000 - £46,000 DOE + benefits + bonus's
My client is a leading UK & Ireland inbound tour operator based in Edinburgh's. They create tailored group travel experiences and pride themselves on strong industry relationships, destination expertise, and exceptional service.
They're seeking an experienced Business Development Executive, Senior Business Development Executive or Business Deveolopment Manager to drive growth in the European markets. You'll manage client relationships, prepare creative and competitive group travel quotes, and help deliver seamless operations from first contact to final departure.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and maintain strong relationships with Scandinavian clients and suppliers.
Seek leads for new clients in the European market
Handle and convert group travel enquiries for the UK & Ireland.
Create innovative, well-priced itineraries and proposals.
Work with commercial and operations teams to ensure quality and profitability.
Stay up to date on market trends, competitor activity, and supplier rates.
Attend trade fairs and familiarisation trips as required.
Experience needed for this Senior Business Development Executive role:
Languages: Fluent in English is essential and any other European language would be desirable.
Experience: In a UK inbound operator handling group travel.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK and/or Scotland as a destination, including pricing and suppliers.
Skills: Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
Mindset: Proactive, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and a great team player.
Flexibility: Comfortable working to deadlines and travelling when needed.
If you are looking for a Business Development Exec, Senior Business Development Exec, or Business Developlment Manager role and would like to join a dynamic, international team with real growth potential and have the opportunity to shape their European business strategy, click to apply or send your CV and cover letter to (url removed) . Alternatively, give Nichola a call for more info on (phone number removed)
Salary description
£30000.00 - £42000.00 per year