Experienced Business Manager (Aerospace)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Experienced Business Manager for its Aerospace division in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead business development and account management while contributing to a fast-growing company with strong core values. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial mindset and thrive in a dynamic environment, managing P&L responsibilities and driving customer satisfaction. With competitive salaries and attractive bonuses, this position promises quick career development for top talents. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Healthcare

Life Insurance

Travel Insurance

Pension scheme with company contributions

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Aerospace preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstrable experience in leading teams and business development.

Responsibilities

• Maximize business potential by designing business plans for mid-size and major accounts.
• Manage recruitment and career development of consultants in your team.

Skills

Business Development

Account Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Result-oriented Mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Management or Business Administration

Job description

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Experienced Business Manager (Aerospace), London

Client:

ALTEN LTD - UK

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

Experienced Business Manager

Who we are:

ALTEN, an engineering and technology consultancy, is a leading Engineering and IT consultancy operating across 30 countries, making waves in all sectors: Aeronautics, Space, Defence, Security and Naval, Automotive, Rail and Mobility, Energy and Environment, Life Sciences and Health, Industrial Equipment and Electronics, Telecoms, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Retail, Services & Media, Public Services & Government. With a team of passionate, diligent, and agile engineers, we are united by a common purpose: building tomorrow’s world today. Day by day, we support our customers' development strategies as well as their technological and sustainability transformation.

Due to ongoing expansion, Alten Ltd is looking for an Experienced Business Manager to join our Aerospace division in London. This is a fantastic chance to join a fast-growing company with strong core values of Excellence, Accountability, Integrity, and Service.

Your new role:

As an Experienced Business Manager, you will be contributing to the development and growth of your own account, engaging in business development, career management, and P/L responsibilities.

Your main responsibilities will be:

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

1. Maximise the potential of your future business unit by designing your business plan with mid-size accounts and major accounts in the British industrial market.
2. Create new business opportunities by prospecting new customers.
3. Generate new business leads with existing customers.
4. Close deals to support your clients with consulting or service center contracts.
5. Manage the delivery of your offers with the support of the technical direction.

RECRUITMENT AND CAREER MANAGEMENT

1. Participate in the recruitment policy through the establishment of your own recruitment plan.
2. Select and recruit the consultants who will join your team.
3. Be in charge of the consultant career evolution (career management meetings, annual appraisal, training management…).
4. Be in charge of the level of service of your team on your clients' projects.

PROFIT CENTRE MANAGEMENT

1. Manage your personal account, with relevance to P&L, financial performance.
2. Manage customer relations and satisfaction to build long-term partnerships.
3. Manage your profitability in cooperation with other support functions (technical direction, finance) as part of the company’s financial growth.
4. Align constantly your activity and manage the evolution of your offers to thrive in the development of a long-term relationship with your customers.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will possess a curiosity for the Engineering sector, with a result-oriented and entrepreneurial mindset. They will be comfortable working in an international and fast-paced environment.

Experience required:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Management, or Business Administration.
2. Minimum 2 years of experience in Aerospace (not mandatory).
3. Demonstrable experience in leading teams and performing business development activities.
4. Experience working autonomously, being result-oriented, having an entrepreneurial mindset, strong communication skills, and natural leadership is crucial.

What we offer:

1. Competitive basic salary accompanied by an attractive bonus based on your performance.
2. Company benefits including Private Medical Healthcare, Life Insurance, and Travel Insurance.
3. Pension scheme with company contributions up to 6%.
4. A challenging position in a fast-growing company with quick career development for its best talents.

Any doubts?

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