Sales Director

Darwin Recruitment; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Sales Director to drive growth in the Defence and Maritime sectors. This role offers a competitive salary between £90,000 to £120,000 plus bonuses, with the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in selling high-tech solutions and a solid network within Defence procurement. Regular travel, both local and international, is expected as part of this position.

Qualifications

• Experience selling high-tech solutions within the Defence & Maritime industry.
• Ability to build international markets and partnerships.
• Strong network of decision-makers across relevant sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead growth and expansion across EMEA.
• Build international partnerships and drive revenue growth.
• Shape go-to-market strategy with autonomy.

Skills

Proven track record in selling high-tech solutions

Hunter mentality for building new markets

Understanding of Defence procurement processes

Job description

Sales Director – Maritime / Defence – UK – £90,000-120,000 + Bonus

Darwin have partnered with a Maritime & Defence Technology start-up who are in full international ‘growth mode’.

Over 10 years they have grown to 50+ heads and secured 30m in funding, whilst building a great reputation for delivering advanced technology for the Maritime & Defence sector globally.

They are now looking for a Sales Director to be based in the UK, leading their growth and expansion across EMEA.

You will be hands‑on in building international partnerships and to drive revenue growth across navies, shipyards, defence primes and MoD’s.

Why Join?

• High growth sector (USVs, AI & Software Autonomy tech)
• Well backed and established ($30m+ / 50+ heads)
• Shape GTM strategy and have real autonomy.

Experience of Interest

• Proven track record of individual contribution, selling high‑tech solutions within the Defence & Maritime industry.
• Hunter mentality, opening up and building new international markets (EMEA, UK, NATO‑aligned).
• Navy / Marine / Military background (not essential).
• Strong understanding of Defence procurement processes and network of decision makers across Navies, coastguards, shipyards and primes.

Pay circa £90-120,000 + bonus. Remote from anywhere in the UK, with regular local and international travel expected.

Reach out to Richard James, Head of Defense Business at Darwin Recruitment if you’re open to hearing more – [e-mail]

Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Richard James