Business Development Executive
Business Development Executive
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Job Description
Job Description
Location: UK-based SC Clearance Required
Citizenship: Sole UK Nationals only (due to project clearance requirements)
Travel: Approx. 25%
Relocation: Not available
The Opportunity
A high-growth defence & technology business is hiring a Business Development Executive to support opportunity generation and account growth across the national security and cyber markets.
Reporting to the Head of Business Development this is a key role supporting pipeline expansion and early-stage capture activities. Youll work across existing frameworks and new opportunity areas focusing on building and developing long-term customer relationships shaping new pipeline and contributing to strategic pursuits across a wide portfolio.
Youll be joining a team delivering complex digital transformation and secure technology projects for some of the UKs most important missions.
Key Responsibilities
Support planning and execution of BD strategy across defence security and government accounts
Build relationships with decision-makers influencers and key customer stakeholders
Understand customer pain points use cases funding cycles and future programme needs
Coordinate internal teams and align with account managers to ensure consistent client engagement
Manage opportunity data reports and pipeline tracking in CRM (Salesforce)
Contribute to account reviews growth plans and BD reporting activities
Represent the business in early-stage discussions events and pre-bid positioning
Help prioritise pipeline and shape pursuits in line with business goals
What Were Looking For
Experience selling secure digital cloud or software-led solutions into UK defence and/or government markets
Strong understanding of customer environments such as MOD Home Office or national security bodies
Confident building trusted relationships with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Exposure to bid/capture processes and cross-functional team collaboration
High attention to detail and ability to manage workload effectively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be eligible for UK SC clearance sole UK nationality required due to programme restrictions
Whats On Offer
Flexible and hybrid working (including compressed weeks every other Friday off)
Competitive salary bonus and private medical cover
Opportunities for progression into capture or senior BD roles
Work aligned to real-world national priorities with long-term programme visibility
Supportive team culture collaborative BD environment and strong brand reputation
Employment Type
Full-Time
