BD Manager, EMEA: Space & Defense Growth, EMI Options

Lumi Space; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Enhanced Parental Leave

Cycle to work scheme

Offices in central London

Snacks, tea, coffee and regular social

Job summary

Foundational in London is seeking a BD Manager (EMEA) to grow our defence and government portfolio across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. You will lead opportunities from initial contact to contract, engaging primes, agencies and customers while coordinating with technical sales and bids.

Based in London, this role requires existing regional networks, deep understanding of government procurement, and eligibility for UK security clearance (SC). Travel across the region is expected.

Qualifications

• Several years in business development in space, defence or national security.
• A network across UK and European defence and space primes and agencies.
• An understanding of government procurement processes.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance (SC); current clearance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with defence customers, prime contractors and space agencies.
• Lead opportunities from first conversation to contract, including tenders and framework routes.
• Work with technical sales and bids on proposals.
• Represent Foundational at industry and defence events.
• Track policy and procurement developments to find new opportunities.

Skills

Defense & gov procurement

Security clearance eligibility

Defense/Space network

BD in space/defense

Job description

Foundational in London is seeking a BD Manager (EMEA) to grow our defence and government portfolio across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. You will lead opportunities from initial contact to contract, engaging primes, agencies and customers while coordinating with technical sales and bids.

Based in London, this role requires existing regional networks, deep understanding of government procurement, and eligibility for UK security clearance (SC). Travel across the region is expected.