Aviation Sales Lead

The Talent Locker Ltd.; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK aviation consultancy is seeking an Aviation Sales Lead to drive growth in the civil aviation sector. This senior role involves leading sales opportunities, fostering client relationships, and executing business development plans. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in aviation business development and strong communication skills. The position is based in the South West of England and requires SC Clearance eligibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within the UK aviation/airspace sector.
• Strong understanding of UK airspace regulation and civil aviation challenges.
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading all sales opportunities within the civil aviation sector.
• Identifying and closing new business opportunities while growing existing accounts.
• Developing strategic business development plans.

Skills

Business development

Sales leadership

Strong communication skills

Strategic thinking

Client relationship management

Job description

Aviation Sales Lead (Civil Aviation)

South West | Competitive Salary and Benefits Package

SC Cleared

Talent Locker are pleased to be partnered with a leading UK aviation consultant and are seeking an Aviation Sales Lead to drive business growth across its civil aviation sector. This senior commercial role offers the opportunity to shape strategic business development and lead client engagement across the UK aviation market.

You’ll be at the forefront of generating new business opportunities while nurturing existing client relationships, ensuring our consulting teams secure high value projects. If you want to work in a role where your strategic insight and commercial leadership directly impact the company’s growth, this role will offer you the autonomy and scope to create an impact!

What you’ll be doing…

• Leading all sales opportunities within the civil aviation sector, acting as the principal point of contact for external customers
• Identifying, pursuing and closing new business opportunities while growing existing accounts
• Developing strategic business development plans and executing them to secure high value projects
• Creating compelling proposals, presentations and bid submissions that clearly articulate our capabilities
• Building commercial relationships with key stakeholders, including major UK airport operators
• Coordinating internal resources across a matrix structure, including senior technical staff, to deliver on client requirements
• Representing the business at industry events, forums and client meetings, showcasing expertise, and strengthening market presence

What experience are we looking for…

• Proven experience in business development, sales or operational leadership operating within the UK aviation/ airspace sector
• Credibility and confidence engaging senior leadership at civil aviation customers
• Strong understanding of UK airspace regulation, civil aviation challenges, and client priorities
• Strategic thinking with a track record of developing and executing business growth plans
• Ability to lead and coordinate teams
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills

Want to find out more…

If you want to find out more and work at the heart of a leading aviation consultancy, shaping the civil aviation market get in touch with Emma on [e-mail]

Please note it is an essential requirement for candidates to be eligible for UK SC Clearance.