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Business Development Manager | Field Based | Southern Territory | Salary circa £40,000 plus bonuses Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with an award-winning tour operator who are recruiting a Business Development Manager to join their successful trade sales team. The Role: As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for growing market share across your territory, managing key travel agency accounts and building new business relationships across the UK travel trade. The role will also involve hosting training events, attending industry conferences, supporting fam trips, and delivering outstanding account management support to agency partners. You Will Have: • At least 2 years' experience in a field-based travel sales role OR a strong retail travel background at senior level is essential• Proven success in account management and developing new business opportunities• Strong communication and presentation skills• Commercial awareness with the ability to analyse sales trends and performance• Organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently• Flexibility to travel extensively throughout the territory, including some evenings and weekends• Confidence using social media and creative engagement ideas to build brand awareness• Existing travel industry contacts within the territory would be advantageous• Passion for travel with strong destination knowledge• Full UK driving licence essential Additional Info: • Salary circa £40,000 depending on experience• Quarterly performance bonus• Annual company profit share bonus• This is a field-based role covering the South with monthly visits to the head office in Cambridge• Excellent company benefits including travel and holiday discounts• Private health insurance and income protection after 2 years service • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays• Supportive, social, and long-standing team culture Apply with your CV quoting GTR1876 or visit: www.

Luxury Caribbean Travel Expert | Remote | £DOE Gecko Travel Recruitment are working with a multi-award-winning luxury B2B travel business who are recruiting a Luxury Caribbean Travel Expert to join their team. The Role: As a Luxury Caribbean Travel Expert, you will manage the full client journey from initial enquiry through to post-travel, delivering exceptional, tailor-made experiences. You will be responsible for driving sales, building strong client and supplier relationships, and using your first-hand destination knowledge to create high-end, bespoke itineraries across the Caribbean. You Will Have: • Proven experience selling luxury travel, specialising in selling the Caribbean as a destination • Strong B2B experience is essential • Excellent sales track record with the ability to meet and exceed targets • Strong attention to detail and high levels of organisation • Ability to deliver exceptional customer service throughout the full client journey • Proactive, self-motivated approach with a focus on continuous improvement Additional Info: • Competitive salary plus commission • Fully remote • Excellent company benefits and generous annual leave entitlement • Some Saturday work is required - with the choice of a day off in lieu or additional pay • Opportunities to travel and attend fabulous industry events and fam trips Apply with your CV quoting GTR1846 or visit: www.