Our client is an award-winning travel business, renowned for exceptional service and industry-leading commission levels. With a rapidly expanding network of homeworkers, they are entering an exciting phase of growth and are looking for a talented Business Development Manager to help shape their future.
This pivotal position focuses on growing the homeworking division, supporting the network, and representing the brand across the travel industry. The role involves driving recruitment, increasing sales performance, and delivering ongoing training and commercial support to homeworking travel agents.
Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum, plus a generous bonus structure and excellent benefits.
Regular travel to the client’s head office in Leeds and to industry events will be required.
Key Responsibilities
* Drive commercial growth through recruitment of high‑quality travel homeworkers
* Develop and optimize innovative recruitment channels
* Lead recruitment marketing across digital platforms, trade press, events, and exhibitions
* Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to ensure a competitive offering
* Implement strategies to increase sales and revenue across the network
* Conduct regular performance reviews and business development calls
* Deliver training, coaching, and ongoing support
* Build strong, lasting relationships with homeworkers
* Represent the business at industry events and networking opportunities
* Identify and develop new partnerships and business opportunities
* Act as a brand ambassador, promoting company values and offering
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Proven experience in Business Development, Sales, or Account Management within the travel industry
* Strong understanding of homeworking travel models (essential)
* Track record of successful recruitment and network growth
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
* Self‑motivated, commercially focused, and results‑driven
* Comfortable in a remote, field‑based role
* Willing to travel and attend industry events
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