Business Development Manager

Morgan Ryder; England; Hybrid; GBP 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Business Development Manager focused on the defence sector in the UK. This high-profile role offers a competitive salary of £75,000 along with car allowance and bonus. The successful candidate will have proven experience in the defence manufacturing sector and a strong network, alongside the autonomy to develop strategies and drive growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience selling into defence manufacturers or prime contractors.
• Strong network within the UK defence supply chain.
• Ability to manage long sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in the defence sector.
• Build relationships with prime contractors and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Conduct market research for growth potential.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Strategic thinking

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager – Defence Sector

£75,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus. Location: UK (Field-Based / Hybrid). Reports to: Head of Defence.

This is a brand-new, high-profile role to lead growth in the defence sector, working with prime contractors and Tier 1 suppliers. The role is designed to evolve around the skills and ambitions of the successful candidate.

Base pay range

£75,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Why this role?

• Create impact from day one – Develop and drive a new business strategy in defence
• Highly visible position – Report directly to senior leadership with influence across the organisation
• Autonomy and ownership – Shape the role and your success metrics
• Long-term growth opportunity – Join an agile team committed to innovation and expansion

What you’ll be responsible for

• Identifying and securing new business opportunities within the UK defence manufacturing sector
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with prime contractors and Tier 1 suppliers
• Collaborating with technical teams to tailor solutions to client needs
• Conducting market research and competitor analysis to spot growth potential
• Leading contract negotiations and closing complex sales deals
• Representing the company at key industry events and networking forums

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience selling into defence manufacturers or prime contractors, ideally with electromechanical or engineered systems
• Strong network within the UK defence supply chain
• Ability to manage long sales cycles and multi-stakeholder environments
• Strategic thinker with excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with a hands-on approach

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary of £75,000 plus car allowance and bonus scheme
• Flexible working with a mix of remote and on-site activities
• Supportive, collaborative culture with opportunities for career progression
• The chance to lead a new business function and make a lasting impact

If you’re ready to take ownership of a key growth area within the defence sector and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of this exciting journey.