Business Development Lead - Nuclear Defence

DBD International; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

up to 20% bonus

25 days holiday

enhanced pension

private health insurance

private dental

Job summary

A nuclear consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Business Development Lead to drive growth within their Defence portfolio. This high-impact role involves developing client relationships, leading contract negotiations, and collaborating with partners to shape proposals. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant discipline and proven experience in business development within UK nuclear defence. DBD offers a competitive package, including up to 20% bonus, 25 days holiday, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in business development within UK nuclear defence.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, commercial and delivery environments.
• Evidence of successful contract negotiation and framework engagement.
• Evidence of successful contract negotiation and framework engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead Defence sector growth strategy and identify priority clients.
• Develop new client relationships and expand existing accounts.
• Lead commercial negotiations on contracts and framework agreements.
• Collaborate with partners to shape technical and commercial propositions.
• Provide forecasting of pipeline, revenue and resource demand.
• Working closely with Recruitment and Resourcing teams to align pipeline opportunities with talent strategy.
• Providing robust forecasting of pipeline, revenue and resource demand.
• Representing DBD at industry forums, client meetings and sector events to enhance brand visibility and credibility.
• Supporting bid strategy and ensuring high-quality, competitive submissions.

Skills

Business development

Defence sector knowledge

Contract negotiation

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Role Summary

DBD is seeking a commercially astute and strategically driven Business Development Lead to accelerate growth within our Defence portfolio. Reporting to the Defence Partner, this role is responsible for identifying, shaping and converting opportunities across the UK nuclear defence landscape. You will play a central role in expanding our presence across existing and new client organisations, strengthening strategic relationships and positioning DBD for long-term, sustainable growth. This is a high-impact role suited to someone with strong sector credibility, commercial instinct and a well-developed network within UK nuclear defence.

What You Will Be Doing

• Leading Defence sector growth strategy, identifying priority clients, frameworks and programmes.
• Proactively developing new client relationships across MoD, primes and the wider defence supply chain.
• Expanding existing accounts, identifying opportunities to increase scope, capability and value.
• Leading commercial negotiations on contracts and framework agreements.
• Collaborating with Capability Partners (Engineering, Assurance and Mission Support) to shape compelling technical and commercial propositions.
• Working closely with Recruitment and Resourcing teams to align pipeline opportunities with talent strategy.
• Providing robust forecasting of pipeline, revenue and resource demand.
• Representing DBD at industry forums, client meetings and sector events to enhance brand visibility and credibility.
• Supporting bid strategy and ensuring high-quality, competitive submissions.

Formal Qualifications Or Training

• Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in business development within UK nuclear defence.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, commercial and delivery environments within the defence sector.
• Evidence of successful contract negotiation and framework engagement.

Make a Difference With DBD

DBD is an independent, UK-headquartered mid-cap nuclear consultancy entering its next phase of growth. We have built a strong reputation across Defence, Decommissioning and New Build programmes, combining technical credibility with commercial agility. Now we are focused on scaling intelligently, strengthening strategic partnerships and expanding our market presence. We offer the opportunity to influence at senior levels, shape meaningful programmes and contribute to the growth of an ambitious, forward-thinking business.

Benefits

up to 20% bonus, 25 days holiday, enhanced pension, private health insurance, private dental, and more