Senior Airport Development Manager (Aviation)

TL;DR

Senior Airport Development Manager (Aviation): Leading a sub-team to drive negotiations and contracting for airport and ground handling deals with an accent on budget management and strategic business relationships. Focus on identifying new route opportunities, managing RFPs, and optimizing airport cost structures to support the airline's expansion.

Location: Must be based in Budapest, Hungary

Company

hirify.global is a leading European low-cost airline dedicated to providing affordable and sustainable air travel across a diverse international network.

What you will do

• Lead and manage a sub-team, setting KPIs and providing daily supervision.
• Negotiate and manage complex contracts including Airport Service Agreements and Ground Handling Agreements.
• Identify new low-cost airport opportunities and assess their commercial viability.
• Build and maintain relationships with airports, tourism bodies, and governmental organizations.
• Run RFPs and tenders to select optimal service providers.
• Develop forecasts and lead cost-saving projects to improve operational efficiency.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of overall work experience with at least 4 years in relevant roles.
• Proven experience in business development, route development, or airline-related sales.
• Strong background in financial modeling, analysis, and commercial negotiations.
• Advanced business English proficiency (spoken and written).
• Proven leadership skills with experience in people management.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a rapidly expanding international airline environment.
• Exposure to diverse teams with over 110 nationalities.
• Extensive training and professional development programs.
• Commitment to sustainability and inclusive workplace values.