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Account Manager/Business Development Manager

The Edinburgh Recruitment Agency Ltd
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH105BP, Scotland

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for an Account Manager/Business Development Manager to drive growth in our European market, specifically focusing on Spanish and Italian clients.
  • The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in account management or business development within the inbound tourism industry.
  • This position offers a salary range of £35,000 to £45,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Key responsibilities include client management, business development, and overseeing travel program creation while utilizing CRM systems.
  • Fluency in Spanish or Italian, along with strong organizational and communication skills, is essential for this role.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Account Manager/Business Development Manager to lead the growth of our European (Spanish and Italitan) market. This role is perfect for someone with strong account management/business development experience in the inbound tourism industry, who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about client relationships.

You will be responsible for driving business growth, responding to client enquiries creatively and professionally, and collaborating closely with the team to develop tailored travel solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Client Management: Build and maintain relationships with existing and new clients, ensuring prompt, professional responses to enquiries.
  • Business Development: Promote our destinations and services, ensuring conversion of inquiries into confirmed bookings.
  • Programme Development: Oversee the creation and costing of group travel programs, ensuring they align with client needs.
  • System Utilisation: Use Tourplan NX and CRM systems for quoting, tracking, and managing leads.
  • Sales & Marketing: Execute both virtual and in-person sales activities, including client visits.
  • Leadership: Manage a team of staff and trainees, ensuring high performance and client satisfaction.
  • Strategic Contribution: Participate in business strategy discussions and contribute to team forums.
  • On-Call Support: Participate in the 24-hour on-call rota, providing ongoing client and staff support.

Who We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Strong knowledge of the European and UK inbound tourism markets.
  • Experience in the UK tourism industry.
  • Fluent in Spanish and or Italian (writing skills too)
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Commercial mindset with experience in meeting KPIs and sales targets.
  • Strong communication skills, both with clients and within teams.
  • Client-focused, with a passion for exceeding expectations.

Desirable:

  • Degree in business, tourism, or languages
  • International travel experience in a similar role.

Join us and help shape the future of global travel!

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