Defence BD Lead - UK MOD Growth & Strategy

Leidos LLC

Farnborough, Whiteley

Hybrid

GBP 76,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme
Private Medical Insurance
33 days annual leave
Flexible benefits
Flexi-Time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Business Development Manager - Defence for the UK market, based in Farnborough or Whiteley with travel and some home-working flexibility. You will drive BD activities, manage a multi-year growth pipeline, and build strategic relationships with Defence clients, guiding bids to successful outcomes.

The role requires substantial UK Defence sales experience, a proven track record of large contract wins, and the ability to lead cross-functional bid teams to deliver differentiated

Qualifications

  • Substantial experience selling into the UK Defence market.
  • Existing client relationships in the UK MOD.
  • Track record of driving growth and hitting targets.
  • Experience winning contracts valued > £25m.
  • Ability to lead multi-stakeholder bids and teams.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and lead BD activities to meet annual targets in UK Defence.
  • Develop and manage a pipeline for 2–5 year growth.
  • Maintain senior relationships with Defence clients and position Leidos as a strategic supplier.
  • Guide bid teams in pursuit and shaping of campaigns.
  • Lead and execute major new business campaigns in the UK Defence market.

Skills

Defence sales
UK MOD relations
Bid leadership
Target-driven
Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Business Development Manager - Defence for the UK market, based in Farnborough or Whiteley with travel and some home-working flexibility. You will drive BD activities, manage a multi-year growth pipeline, and build strategic relationships with Defence clients, guiding bids to successful outcomes.

The role requires substantial UK Defence sales experience, a proven track record of large contract wins, and the ability to lead cross-functional bid teams to deliver differentiated

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