Commercial Director

CITRUS is seeking an ambitious, commercially driven COMMERCIAL Director to lead the development and growth of an exciting new international venture in the MICE and Luxury Leisure industry.

This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader with a strong international network, a proven track record in business development, and a passion for creating commercial opportunities across global markets.

THE ROLE

The Commercial Director will take ownership of the venture's commercial strategy, international sales development, and overall business growth.

Working closely with the founding partners, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in establishing a strong market presence, developing strategic partnerships, and building a scalable, high-performing sales operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an ambitious international sales and business development strategy.
• Drive revenue growth across MICE, Incentives, Corporate Travel, and Luxury Leisure segments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international agencies, corporate clients, luxury travel advisors, and key industry stakeholders.
• Identify and develop new markets, commercial partnerships, and business opportunities.
• Represent the venture at major international trade shows, networking events, and industry forums.
• Establish sales targets, performance KPIs, and a results-driven commercial culture.
• Oversee commercial operations, budgets, and overall business performance.
• Work closely with the founding partners to shape the long-term vision and expansion strategy.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a sales-driven leader, not simply an operational manager.

• Significant senior-level experience in international MICE, DMC, travel representation, or luxury leisure sales.
• Proven success in generating new business and delivering measurable revenue growth.
• An established international network of corporate buyers, MICE agencies, incentive houses, tour operators, or luxury travel advisors.
• Strong understanding of international travel distribution and B2B sales channels.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build a business from the ground up.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on, results-oriented approach.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A leadership role in an exciting new international business venture.
• The opportunity to shape the commercial strategy and build a business with significant growth potential.
• Direct collaboration with experienced industry entrepreneurs and established travel businesses.
• An international working environment with access to multiple markets.
• A competitive executive compensation package with performance-based incentives.

INTERESTED?

If you are a commercially minded travel industry professional ready to take on an entrepreneurial leadership challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a brief introduction highlighting your international sales experience and key markets of expertise to [info@citrus.mt], with the subject line "Commercial Director – International Venture".

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

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