Head of Business Development Defence Secure Info Technology

Applause IT Recruitment Ltd; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency seeks a Head of Business Development for a remote-first role focusing on Defence and secure government technology markets. The successful candidate will lead business development strategies, win opportunities, and build senior relationships within MOD and defence prime contractors. A strong network and experience in the defence sector are essential for this senior position, offering a salary range of £100,000 - £120,000 plus bonuses and package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development within the Defence sector.
• Strong network of contacts in MOD and government technology markets.
• Ability to convert complex opportunities into long-term revenue.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute a Defence-focused business development strategy.
• Identify, shape and win opportunities across MOD and government clients.
• Build and maintain senior relationships at all levels.

Skills

Business Development

Networking

Strategic Mindset

Defence Sector Knowledge

Job description

Head of Business Development - Defence / Secure Information Technology

Location: UK - Remote / Flexible (MOD Site Travel Required)

Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 basic + Significant bonus + package

(Negotiable for the right candidate)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview

Applause IT are working with an established Defence Cyber Sec Vendor to recruit a new Head of Business Development to lead growth across UK Defence, MOD and secure government technology markets. This senior role will suit an experienced defence-focused BD leader with a strong network, strategic mindset and the ability to convert complex opportunities into long-term revenue.

Location & Travel

This is a remote-first role with regular travel to MOD and Defence client sites.

Ideal candidate location :

Along the M4 corridor, or Must live south of Birmingham. Ideal locations include Cheltenham, Oxford, Swindon, Reading, Bristol. Counties of Berks, Bucks, Beds, Herts, Wilts, Northants, Glos, Worcs, Avon Candidates based on the South Coast are unlikely to be suitable due to travel requirements across multiple MOD locations nearer M4 corridor.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute a Defence-focused business development strategy

Identify, shape and win opportunities across MOD, Defence primes and secure government clients

Build and maintain senior relationships at 2, 1 and B1 level

Manage long sales cycles, frameworks and complex procurement ...