Sales Manager

Wex Europe; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial solutions company is seeking a Sales Manager to drive growth in the EMEA travel vertical. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and uncapped commission, with responsibilities including business development and client acquisition in the travel sector. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in sales, strong knowledge of payments, and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Industry-leading pension scheme

Private medical cover

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Gym Flex membership

Employee wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Proven track record of new client acquisition and revenue growth in the travel sector.
• Strong understanding of payments in EMEA, with specialist knowledge of OTAs, TMCs, and intermediaries.
• Experience in financial services or payments sales.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver strategic business development plans to exceed sales targets.
• Build, manage, and convert a strong pipeline of prospects within the travel sector.
• Lead negotiations and deal closures, ensuring profitability and long-term partnerships.

Skills

Client acquisition

Revenue growth

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Results-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Job description

Overview

Sales Manager London or Manchester Hybrid £65,000 £75,000 + Uncapped Commission & Benefits

At WEX International, we power the future of payments. We re a global leader providing innovative financial solutions, and we re looking for a driven Sales Manager to spearhead growth in the EMEA travel vertical.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of business development across Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), Travel Management Companies (TMCs), and other travel intermediaries securing new revenue streams and shaping our market presence.

Must have experience within Card Payment / Travel Payments or a background in the Travel Industry.

What s in it for you?

• £65,000 £75,000 base salary (depending on experience)
• Uncapped commission your success = your reward
• 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
• Hybrid working London Bridge or Manchester office
• Industry-leading pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more)
• Life assurance & income protection
• Gym Flex membership
• Discounts & perks platform
• Employee wellbeing program

Key Responsibilities of the Sales Manager

• Develop and deliver strategic business development plans to exceed sales targets.
• Build, manage, and convert a strong pipeline of prospects within the travel sector.
• Lead negotiations and deal closures, ensuring profitability and long-term partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored payment solutions for travel clients.
• Represent WEX at industry events, building networks and brand visibility.
• Mentor and support the growth of a high-performing sales culture.
• Drive measurable market share growth across EMEA.

What we re looking for

• Proven track record of new client acquisition and revenue growth in the travel sector.
• Strong understanding of payments in EMEA, with specialist knowledge of OTAs, TMCs, and intermediaries.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Results-driven, ambitious, and committed to exceeding sales goals.
• Experience in financial services or payments sales.
• Bachelor s degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• Fluency in English (additional European languages are a plus).
• Flexibility to travel extensively across EMEA.

Ready to apply?

If you re a proven sales leader who thrives on building relationships, winning new business, and shaping growth in the travel payments space this is your chance to make an impact.

Apply today and take your career to the next level with WEX International.