Junior Account Manager

Line Up Aviation; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Account Manager to manage cargo charter flights from request to booking. This role involves negotiating with providers, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring accurate contract compliance. Applicants should have at least a GCSE in Mathematics and English, be passionate about aviation, and be fluent in either French or Spanish. The position offers a permanent contract with working hours Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum of GCSE standard in Mathematics and English.
• Passion for aviation.
• Experience dealing across multiple geographies or trade lanes.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with aircraft providers for offers.
• Negotiate with aircraft providers for best value.
• Evaluate suitable commission schedule.
• Ensure timely and accurate offers for clients.
• Maintain relationships with key clients and new leads.

Skills

Fluent in French

Fluent in Spanish

Strong oral communication skills

Good written communication skills

Ability to work using own initiative

Education

GCSE in Mathematics and English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Junior Account Manager to join on a permanent basis. As the Junior Account Manager, you will manage all aspects of a cargo charter flight from initial request to putting offers together, following up with the client and carrying through to booking and handling of flight operation to its completion.

Role: Junior Account Manager

Salary: On Application

Contract: Monday - Friday - 09:00 - 17:30

Location: Gatwick or London Bridge

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with aircraft providers for offers.
• Negotiate with aircraft providers when necessary to procure best value for clients.
• Evaluate suitable commission schedule.
• Ensure timely offers with detailed and accurate information are provided for clients.
• Follow up regularly and work towards confirmation.
• Ensure all contracts, insurance and regulatory matters are accurate, legally compliant and that company requirements are met.
• Verify supplier contract in detail and ensure all terms comply with charter agreement.
• Issue flight brief with all flight related information.
• Liaise with clients to identify requirements and source suitable, competitive aircraft charter solutions.
• Maintain and develop relationships with both key clients and new business leads to maximise business opportunities and increase client loyalty in an industry where client retention is never guaranteed.
• Ensure client is always kept informed of any development linked to specific bookings.
• Use initiative to identify new potential areas for business development.
• Provide support for sales activity for new business development.
• Cold calling prospect clients to help build on our successful portfolio of existing clients.

Education and Experience

• Educated to a minimum of GCSE standard in Mathematics and English
• Passion for aviation
• Experience dealing across a variety of multiple geographies or trade lanes
• Fluent in French or Spanish
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work using own initiative
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office preferable

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

Line Up Aviation is a specialist aviation and aerospace recruitment company with over 30 years of global operation, working with industry-leading companies and committed to high standards of service.