Business Development Manager

Awaze Vacation Rentals Ltd; Gildersome, Leeds; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Awaze as a Business Development Manager to help expand our portfolio of holiday rentals across the UK. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about travel, with a focus on building strong relationships with homeowners. You'll work proactively to meet ambitious targets and contribute to the commercial success of our leading vacation rental brand.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits and travel discounts

Cross-functional skill development

Qualifications

• Experience in leisure/travel preferred but not essential.
• Eagerness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for expanding the property portfolio by engaging with diverse owners.
• Build strong relationships with house owners and third-party suppliers.
• Support Awaze’s growth by recruiting new houses in line with set targets.

Skills

Ability to build rapport

Proactive in seeking new opportunities

Knowledge of industry events and competitors

Comfortable with analytical tools

Driven by targets

Passionate about travel and UK holidays

Job description

Job Details: Business Development Manager

Description

What we do is simple – we send people on holiday, and who doesn’t love that? But we couldn’t do it without our homeowners, the people who provide the setting for your perfect getaway. This role involves working with a team to find the next homeowners to join the Awaze brand in the UK.

About Awaze

We are Europe’s largest manager of holiday rental properties, with 110,000 units under management in over 600 destinations across 25 countries. Our purpose is to delight owners and guests. We operate more than 25 consumer brands including Cottages.com, Novasol, and Hoseasons.

The Role

This role requires candidates to be based in the Peak District, with travel to properties in the area. A full, clean driving license is also necessary.

We seek ambitious, target-driven, and commercially aware individuals who are passionate about our product. You will support Awaze’s growth plans by recruiting new houses in line with set targets and act as an ambassador for the company and its brands, building strong relationships with house owners and third-party suppliers across the UK holiday sector.

What you’ll be doing

You will be responsible for expanding our portfolio by engaging with a diverse range of owners, from small landowners to corporate and private equity firms. Building trust and providing excellent service are key, along with arranging site visits to encourage new owners to join us.

Key skills we need

• Ability to build rapport
• Proactive in seeking new opportunities
• Knowledge of industry events and competitors
• Comfortable with analytical tools
• Driven by targets
• Passionate about travel and UK holidays

Experience in leisure/travel is preferred but not essential. We value eagerness to learn and grow, supporting your development through various opportunities.

What we’ll give you

An opportunity at a pivotal time, supported by passionate colleagues, with cross-functional skill development, and the chance to contribute to great commercial results. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and travel discounts.

Additional information

This role involves regular travel, working remotely, with occasional visits to UK offices. The application process includes an informal phone chat and a comprehensive Teams interview, where you can learn more about us and share what drives you.

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunities, fostering a welcoming environment where everyone is valued regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or ability.