Business Development Manager – German speaking

About the role

Our client is looking for a Business Development Manager who is fluent in German and English to represent a portfolio of luxury hotels across the Caribbean, Mexico and other international destinations. Based in the UK, you will build and nurture relationships with travel agents, tour operators and key trade partners in the UK, Germany, Switzerland and Poland, while working remotely with frequent travel throughout Europe and occasional long‑haul trips.

Key responsibilities

• Grow trade relationships across the UK, DACH region and Poland.
• Deliver engaging training sessions both in‑person and virtually.
• Plan market visits, roadshows and partner meetings.
• Drive engagement through incentives and rewards programmes.
• Lead sales campaigns in collaboration with commercial and marketing teams.
• Host familiarisation (FAM) trips and trade events.
• Support tour operators with training and promotional activities.
• Analyse market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Maintain CRM reporting and partner activity logs.

Required profile

• Fluent in German and English.
• Experience in travel, tourism, hospitality or hotel representation.
• Confident presenter with strong relationship‑building abilities.
• Organised, proactive and commercially aware.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Existing trade relationships across the UK, DACH region or Poland are advantageous.

Required skills

• PowerPoint
• Excel
• CRM software

What we offer

• Salary up to £45,000 per year plus performance bonus.
• Travel allowance and international travel opportunities.
• Remote/hybrid working flexibility.
• Professional development and training.