Regional Business Development Lead - APAC

psd group; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing SME in advanced maritime technology is seeking a Regional Lead – APAC based in the UK. In this high-impact role, you will drive growth and build strategic relationships within the defence sector across the Asia-Pacific region. You should possess proven business development experience and strong relationship management skills to identify new market opportunities. This position offers a dynamic, collaborative environment focused on innovation and agility.

Qualifications

• Proven business development experience in the defence/maritime sector across APAC.
• Strong relationship management skills, from frontline engagement to senior decision-makers.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to navigate a fast-evolving regional landscape.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth and build strategic relationships across APAC.
• Identify new opportunities in diverse and dynamic markets.
• Engage with defence ministries, naval forces, and prime contractors.

Skills

Business development experience in defence/maritime sector

Strong relationship management skills

Commercial acumen

Job description

Regional Lead – APAC

Overview

I’m partnering with a fast-growing, agile SME at the forefront of advanced maritime technology to find a Regional Lead – APAC, based in the UK, on the South Coast, to spearhead all business development activity across the Asia–Pacific region.

This is a high-impact role in a company that’s transforming the maritime sector with cutting-edge solutions spanning CEMA, C-UAS, and advanced naval systems, delivering capability to both defence and wider markets.

As the APAC lead, you’ll drive growth, build strategic relationships, and identify new opportunities across a diverse and dynamic market — working with defence ministries, naval forces, and prime contractors across the region.

Why this role stands out

• A collaborative, energetic culture where ideas are heard and acted on.
• The freedom to own your market and shape the strategy.
• A mix of innovation, speed, and agility you won’t find in larger defence primes.

You’ll bring

• Proven business development experience in the defence/maritime sector across APAC.
• Strong relationship management skills, from frontline engagement to senior decision-makers.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to navigate a fast-evolving regional landscape.

If you’re ready to make an impact in a forward-thinking SME with global ambition, let’s talk.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales, Business Development, and Strategy/Planning

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing, Maritime Transportation, and Government Relations Services