Public Sector BD Director — Equity Growth

Version 1; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus

Equity scheme

Flexible working

Private medical & life insurance

Learning & certifications

Tech perks

Job summary

Version 1 in the United Kingdom is seeking a high‑performing Business Development Lead focused on UK Central Government opportunities. You will develop existing accounts and win new logos, traveling to client sites and collaborating with Version 1 teams.

The role combines strategic sales, bid management, and contract negotiations to drive revenue and customer success, with support from partnerships (Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat).

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in business development within the UK Public Sector.
• Strong knowledge of Public Sector tender processes and frameworks.
• Background in IT services and technology solutions.
• Excellent influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to build lasting customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and expand existing accounts, including 'net new logo' opportunities.
• Lead proposals, bids, and negotiations with clients and partners.
• Manage customer relationships and drive revenue through account plans.
• Collaborate with delivery, commercial, and partnerships teams to shape proposals.
• Present sales proposals to prospective clients and conduct market research.

Skills

Business development

Public Sector

Central Government

Sales strategy

Contract negotiation

Job description

Version 1 in the United Kingdom is seeking a high‑performing Business Development Lead focused on UK Central Government opportunities. You will develop existing accounts and win new logos, traveling to client sites and collaborating with Version 1 teams.

The role combines strategic sales, bid management, and contract negotiations to drive revenue and customer success, with support from partnerships (Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat).