Defence & Security Business Development Manager (Hybrid)

Precept Recruit; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

4x Death in service

EV car scheme

Benefit platform with high street-dis

Job summary

Precept Recruit is recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join a growing team at a pivotal stage. Based in Derby with hybrid working, the role focuses on creating new opportunities and building relationships across government and defence sectors.

You will drive pipeline growth in a complex environment, collaborating with senior leadership to identify strategic priorities and shape opportunities. A dynamic SME with strong growth awaits.

Qualifications

• Experience selling into defence and national security organisations.
• Proven ability to generate pipeline from scratch.
• Comfortable working in long sales cycles and ambiguous environments.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of growth areas.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in target markets.
• Build and manage a qualified pipeline from early stage engagement.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
• Navigate complex organisations and map buying and funding environments.
• Qualify opportunities and prioritise high value prospects.
• Work closely with technical and leadership teams to shape opportunities.

Skills

Pipeline development

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Sales cycle management

Communication skills

Job description

Precept Recruit is recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join a growing team at a pivotal stage. Based in Derby with hybrid working, the role focuses on creating new opportunities and building relationships across government and defence sectors.

You will drive pipeline growth in a complex environment, collaborating with senior leadership to identify strategic priorities and shape opportunities. A dynamic SME with strong growth awaits.