Head of Business Development

CAVU 
Head of Business Development
Manchester/Remote UK
Permanent

About CAVU:
For airports, for partners, for people. We are CAVU.

At CAVU our purpose is to find new and better ways to make airport travel seamless and enjoyable for everybody. From the smallest ideas to the biggest changes. Every day here is about creating better travel experiences.

From our revenue accelerating single platform technology, Propel, through to our world class hospitality venues including 1903 and Escape Lounges - our solutions make travel more seamless and enjoyable for passengers, and more profitable for our clients and partners.

We know that to bring your best ideas, you need the space to think, the right support, and the freedom to be your true, authentic self.

Whether you’re working from our offices, from home, in a lounge, or out on the road, we provide the environment to create, innovate, and transform airport travel.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impact, bring new ideas to life, and push boundaries, then CAVU is the place for you.

Together, we can reach new heights. Together, we are CAVU

What’s the role? 
The Head of Business Development will drive business expansion through securing and developing indirect channels (including airlines, traditional and online travel agents, GDS’s, aggregators and corporates) across the EMEA region. 

The role will lead a team of Growth Managers, to oversee CAVU’s expansion by strategically managing and optimising onward sales channels and marketplace partnerships and will be instrumental in achieving revenue growth, increasing market share, and enhancing the overall market presence of CAVU. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in driving growth, establishing partnerships, and expanding digital footprints in the travel and technology industries.

This role will suit a Business Development leader with experience in;, Travel, Ancillaries or Loyalty/Reward programs. 

 
About You: 

• Proven track record of successfully driving inventory and channel growth in the travel or technology industries.
• Strong experience in partnership development.
• Intermediate excel skills: VLookup, Pivot Tables etc
• Extensive knowledge of the EMEA travel market, including airports, airlines, and corporate travel trends.
• Dynamic & visionary leader with a strategic mindset.
• Results-oriented with a focus on driving growth through both traditional and digital channels.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide cross-functional teams.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

The Perks:

• 25 Days Holiday, with the option to buy up to 10 more, plus 4 flexible bank holidays
• 10% Company Pension
• Annual Bonus Scheme 
• On Site Gym
• MediCash Scheme
• A Host of Flexible Benefits & Discounts – including retail, rail, travel and more

The Interview Process:

1. Recruiter screen – about 15 minutes.  We will ask about what you are looking for in your next role, your desired package and about your skills relevant to the role.
2. Skills & Competency based interview
3. Values Interview with presentation

ID&E at CAVU
At CAVU, ID&E is extremely important to us.  Our goal is to make CAVU inclusive to all and we are an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on religion, race, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Did you know that some people may be less likely to apply to job adverts than others? For example, research shows women are less likely to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement listed in the advert. 

So, if you’re reading this and perhaps don’t tick every box, please still make yourself known to CAVU. We’d love to hear from you!

We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, therefore please contact us to request assistance.

Are you ready to reach new heights? Please apply via the link.

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