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Commercial Director - Aviation

  • Location:

    Dublin

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Contact:

    John Fagan

  • Contact email:

    john@phoenixsearch.com

  • Contact phone:

    +353 (0) 19637065

  • Job ref:

    3883

  • Published:

    28 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2024-11-26

We have been exclusively retained by our client, who is looking for a Commercial Director to spearhead growth within their Aviation division in Ireland, focused on driving business growth, optimising revenue, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

They deliver top-tier collaborative support for high-value aviation, commercial aircraft, and transportation assets. With the majority of the annual European aircraft leasing market managed by their experienced team, clients can rely on their unmatched scale, extensive reach, and exceptional capabilities.


Key Responsibilities: 

  • Lead market expansion initiatives, identifying new partnerships for sustainable growth
  • Oversee revenue forecasts, and budgets to ensure profitability and align with corporate financial goals
  • Cultivate high-value client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention through tailored services for corporate clients
  • Guide sales teams to achieve targets, foster collaboration, and develop effective business development strategies to secure new clients
  • Drive branding, marketing, and promotional activities to position the company as a preferred partner in aviation services
  • Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and manage risks associated with regulatory, financial, and operational areas
  • Monitor and report on KPIs, analysing commercial performance and market trends to inform executive-level decisions
The Person:
  • Strong background in commercial roles within aviation, with proven success in driving revenue and market growth
  • Strong leadership skills, adept at guiding and motivating cross-functional teams toward business goals
  • Expertise in client relations, skilled in managing high-value accounts and delivering tailored solutions for clients
  • Financially savvy, experienced in budgeting, forecasting, and pricing to optimise profitability and ensure sustainable growth
  • In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations and standards, ensuring compliance and effective risk management
  • Excellent communicator and negotiator, capable of building partnerships and securing competitive deals
  • Results-focused, highly analytical, with a track record of using KPIs and market insights to support executive decision-making.


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