Business Development Director - UK

menska is proud to be representing our client, a large private jet aircraft management and charter operator with over 250 aircraft globally, that offers a wide array of services within the private jet space.

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Our client is looking for a qualified candidate to join their team in the role of Business Development Director in the UK.

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Role purpose:

The main responsibility of the Business Development Director is to identify and implement business growth opportunities in new and existing markets and create long-term value for the company by sourcing and retaining new clients whilst also forming and maintaining strong relationships with existing customers.
 

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Key responsibilities:

• Respond to all aircraft management client enquiries on a timely and professional manner

• Produce and provide aircraft management proposals and operational budgets for aircraft

• Coordinate the setup of new aircraft by pursuing leads through to signing. Liaising with all stakeholders to ensure aircraft are transitioned accurately and effectively

• Monitor the aircraft management pipeline and following up on prospects

• Report regularly to management on these prospects and leads

• Maintain and develop the monthly customer reporting system to ensure its continuing effectiveness and relevance

• Manage aircraft fleet insurance, including: quotations, renewals, processing, and claims handling

• Raise the Company profile by networking, attending events and seminars with the aim of attracting new clients and developing the business

• Any ad hoc projects and tasks as requested by your Line Manager

 

 

Essential qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent

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Essential experience & knowledge:

• Background in business aviation​

• Experience in a sales environment

• Knowledge of all aspects of aircraft operation

 

Essential skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong IT software understanding particularly word and excel

• Strong presentation skills

• Excellent time management

• Ability to multi task in a fast paced organisation

Essential competencies:

• Ability to work on own initiative

• Ability to build relationships with prospective and existing clients as well as stakeholders

• Resourcefulness, adaptability and high level of personal motivation and commitment

• Resilient to stress and able to work under pressure to deadlines

Desirable experience:

• You've held a similar position previously

• You're well connected in the business aviation community

 
 

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What's on offer:

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• A strong negotiable salary for the right candidate