We have an exciting opportunity within the Brilliant Travel Division- we are pleased to announce a vacancy for a Business Development Manager The Business Development Manager (BDM) plays a key role in driving the growth, performance, and engagement of Managed Service Travel Partners (MSTPs) within the Brilliant Travel Division. This role is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, managing, and developing MSTPs, ensuring strong commercial performance and alignment with Barrhead Travel’s wider strategic objectives. The BDM acts as the primary relationship owner for their portfolio, supporting partners to build sustainable and successful travel businesses while maximising revenue and growth across the network.
Strong knowledge of the travel industry, including retail, homeworking, or consortia models· Proven experience in business development, sales, or account/account management· Strong track record of achieving revenue and commercial targets· Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management ability· Experience interpreting performance data and turning insights into action· Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM/business systems
Recruitment & Growth – to work alongside the Onboarding & Training Manager:· Represent the business at industry events and networking opportunities
Build strong, trusted relationships with business owners· Commercial Performance
· Drive revenue growth and partner performance· Identify opportunities to increase sales and productivity· Conduct regular business reviews and agree action plans· Monitor KPIs and performance targets
Align MSTPs with wider business strategy including exclusive products· Contribute insights to support business planning and decision-making
Provide regular performance reports
Proven experience within the travel industry· Demonstrable success in a business development, sales, or account management role· Strong commercial awareness and results-driven mindset· Willingness to travel for meetings, events, and partner engagement including overseas conferences· Full clean driving license and willing to travel throughout the UK…