Business Development Consultant (Space)

TN United Kingdom; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Space and Defence sector is seeking a Business Development Consultant to drive sales and build client relationships. The role focuses on the Earth Observation Domain, requiring expertise in relevant industries. Join a diverse community committed to innovation and quality.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in business development with a good win rate.
• Experience in satellite remote sensing, geospatial, Defence, Space, and Intelligence industries.
• Familiarity with Agile and DevOps software development processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify sales prospects.
• Build client relationships and develop solutions.
• Participate in sales campaigns leading to contracts.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

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Client:

CGI

Location:

Leatherhead, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

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Job Description:

Position Description:

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

CGI are on the hunt for a Business Development Consultant who can pro-actively seek new opportunities both externally and with our current customers.

The role will be predominantly in the Earth Observation Domain however any candidates with experience in Space, Defence, Intelligence, Satellite Communication backgrounds, we would welcome the application!

Please note: Due to the nature of projects without customers, all candidates must be eligible to undergo SC clearance.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• identify and qualify sales prospects
• build clients relationships and interest, and then develop a solution encompassing CGI services
• actively participate in the sales campaign that results in CGI signing a contract with the client
• assist the client to gain maximum benefit from CGI services
• achieve client satisfaction with and loyalty to CGI

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Previous experience of business development at non-executive levels and developing proposals with a consistently good win rate
• Experience within the satellite remote sensing, geospatial, Defence, Space, Intelligence industries
• Familiarity with software development processes (e.g. Agile, DevOps)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to quality and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as a team player



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