Sales Manager - Airline Contracts
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Salary
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£55,200
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3556 (91% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,200, and Plaza Premium Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Most likely code | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
3552 Business sales executives Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
JOB SCOPE
We are looking for a strategic and results-oriented, quick on feet individual to join our growing team in London. The successful candidate will identify and engage prospective B2B partners to add value to our growing portfolio. Using the active support of management, you will lead negotiations against strategic and financial goals, influence decision makers by understanding their business objectives and motivations and achieve established targets. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the growth strategy for EMEA.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a high growth and fast moving airport hospitality team. We are the global leaders in integrated 360° airport hospitality experiences and passenger service solutions.
Having introduced the world’s first independent lounge, today, we operate the world’s largest network of international airport lounges and award-winning airport hospitality experiences and passenger service solutions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Your duties will include and are not limited to the following activities and tasks:
- Proactively research and identify high potential industries/leads to achieve revenue targets and performance KPI’s. Ensure these align with PPG’s strategic objectives.
- Source, negotiate and win new sales contract to strengthen PPG position as the market leader.
- Work closely and directly with the BD team, Sales & Commercial team and Marketing teams to deliver high revenue partnership opportunities.
- Develop expert understanding of the aviation market and PPG products & services
- Expand the depth and integration of partner relationships with new business opportunities by conducting professional and effective relationship management.
- Support the Group in responding to RFIs and RFPs or other projects as required
- Liaise with other key Group stakeholders to provide support to Group client activities
Qualifications
- Educated to Graduate Level or equivalent. MBA is desirable
- A UK Driving license is desirable
Skills and Requirements:
- Proven sales experience in travel/aviation/hotel/mice/hospitality industry
- Self-motivated, thrives in a fast paced environment; readiness to take-on stretch goals
- Exceptional relationship management, influencing and communication skills
- Negotiation, presentation, project management and analytical skills
- A proven sales professional with experience leveraging content and relationship based partnerships to generate business leads
- Prior exposure to aviation industry and financial services experience would be advantageous
- Preference for an existing network of relevant potential industry prospects
- A persistent will to succeed
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to prioritise multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- A passion for learning and desire to advance sales and business skills.
- Multi-language skills considered an advantage.
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills
- Proactive, assertive and ability to use initiative
- Appreciation of managing stakeholder expectations
- Advance level IT skills including Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Prior experience using Salesforce.com an advantage
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Plaza Premium Group, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Sales accounts and business development managers (SOC 3556) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~448k in sample- Middle half £40,144–71,448
- Median £53,820
- Going rate £55,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,600–49,680
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Plaza Premium Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3556 going rate of £55,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.