Sales Manager â Government & Defence
Sales Manager â Government & Defence
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Position: Sales Manager Government & Defence
About the Role:
We are hiring a Sales Manager Government & Defence to drive strategic sales within UK government and defence markets. This role focuses on promoting a holistic communications portfolioincluding maritime NAVCOM systems airtime solutions and smart servicesacross a range of government and defence-related clients.
You will be instrumental in identifying new programme opportunities managing key accounts and supporting future-proofed communications infrastructure in secure and mission-critical environments.
Client Industry Sector:
Secure Communications Defence Government Maritime NAVCOM
Location:
UK-based Minimum 2 days/week office presence (Redhill Surrey)
Extensive UK and international travel required (up to 2 weeks at a time)
Flexibility beyond standard office hours is expected
Key Responsibilities:
Develop new business and manage existing relationships across the UK Gov/Def customer base
Promote a full range of products including hardware airtime and smart service plans
Collaborate closely with Business Development and Technical Services teams
Liaise with internal service delivery to ensure high-quality fulfilment
Build deep relationships across all levels of nominated customers
Handle assigned sales enquiries and proposals
Draft account plans quotations forecasts and customer contracts
Maintain CRM and sales records dynamically
Communicate customer feedback to influence product and service development
Represent the company at exhibitions industry seminars and client meetings
Candidate Profile:
Essential Requirements:
Eligibility to obtain and retain UK SC Security Clearance
Minimum 3 years of sales team management experience
Strong commercial awareness and customer-first mindset
Deep experience in selling maritime NAVCOM solutions
Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence in engaging engineers and C-level decision-makers
Self-driven organised and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Proficient in Microsoft 365 and CRM tools
Willingness to travel frequently and operate outside standard office hours
Able to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
What We Offer:
Dynamic and fast-paced environment with global reach
Autonomy to develop key accounts and win strategic business
Influence over future technology and service direction through client engagement
Competitive salary and commission structure
Trusted leadership and open communication culture
Application Process:
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
Contact Person: Elvis Eckardt
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
