Business Development Manager / Director

Location: Belfast International Airport & Boucher Road, Belfast

Salary: Excellent, negotiable based on experience

Are you a high-achieving business development professional with a passion for aviation?

We have an exceptional opportunity for a Business Development Manager / Director to join our rapidly expanding and ambitious aviation group. Jet Assist Ltd and 247 Aviation Ltd, both backed by substantial investment from SERE Holdings Ltd, are at a pivotal point in their growth, and we are looking for a skilled professional to drive our commercial success.

This is more than just a sales role; it’s a chance to be at the heart of our strategic expansion and make a tangible impact on our future.

The Role:

You will be the commercial engine for both Jet Assist and 247 Aviation, responsible for identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities. Your primary focus will be on:

• Driving new revenue by proactively identifying and converting opportunities in key markets, including executive air charter and critical medical repatriation.
• Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with key clients and prospective customers, leading all aspects of commercial contract negotiation.
• Managing existing partnerships and consistently delivering on ambitious revenue targets.
• Building our brand by representing the company at industry events, conferences, and exhibitions, strengthening our profile across the aviation sector.
• Collaborating strategically with our marketing team to develop and execute targeted B2B campaigns.
• Contributing to our growth strategy by leveraging market research and industry insights to produce robust business plans and recommendations.
• Assessing and acting on opportunities to continually improve our business model and maximise growth.

About Our Companies

247 Aviation Ltd is a specialist aircraft operator with a growing fleet. We are currently operating nine aircraft and are adding two additional executive jets to our fleet, enhancing our capabilities in both medical and executive charter. Our core services include:

• Medical Repatriation: Providing critical, worldwide air ambulance services and supporting life-saving organ and transplant team movements. Our aircraft are configured as flying intensive care units, ensuring the highest level of patient care.

Jet Assist Ltd is the FBO (Fixed-Base Operator) and ground handling operation at both Belfast International Airport and Belfast City Airport. We provide a full suite of services, including VIP lounges, ground support, and concierge services for corporate, military, and general aviation clients. Our seamless operations at both airports are a key component of our integrated service offering.

• Executive Charter: Offering a premier on-demand charter service for a diverse range of business and private clients.

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate will be an entrepreneurial and strategic thinker with a proven track record of success. You will have:

• Significant business development experience within the aviation industry, with a strong preference for expertise in executive air charter and/or medical repatriation.
• A solid, active network of contacts within the aviation sector.
• Exceptional commercial acumen and a track record of converting strategy into executable, revenue-generating plans.
• Highly developed negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to build and sustain senior client relationships.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in business planning and forecasting.

Compensation & Benefits

• An excellent, negotiable salary that reflects your experience and the value you bring to the role.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave (including public holidays).
• A collaborative and supportive work culture.

How to Apply

If you are a driven and results-oriented professional ready to take on a leadership role in a fast-growing company, we want to hear from you. Please submit your up-to-date CV and a cover letter to [email protected]