Strategic Capture Lead – Defence & Aerospace Growth

Babcock International; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent defense sector company is looking for a Capture Lead to drive strategic growth across defense aerospace and engineering. This role involves developing winning strategies and partnerships while collaborating with senior leaders. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in high-value pursuits within the defense sector, possess strong understanding of the capture lifecycle, and excel in building collaborative relationships. The role offers flexible UK hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance

Access to a Digital GP annual health check

Employee share scheme

Employee shopping savings portal

Payment of Professional Fees

Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave

Be Kind Day for volunteering work

Excellent development opportunities and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-value pursuits ideally within the Defence sector.
• Strong understanding of the full capture lifecycle and its practical application.
• Skilled in developing compelling value propositions that resonate with customers.
• Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships with partner organisations.
• Deep knowledge of the Defence landscape and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Leading the capture of strategic growth programmes from qualification through to bid and negotiation phases.
• Translating customer and market intelligence into executable win strategies.
• Developing and managing partnering strategies and teaming arrangements.
• Collaborating with commercial and finance teams to shape competitive delivery models.
• Assessing opportunities using data-driven insights to ensure strategic fit and maximise win potential.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Facilities Management

Biotechnology

Creative Production

Design And Estimation

Architecture

Education

Degree in business, marketing or a related field

Job description

A prominent defense sector company is looking for a Capture Lead to drive strategic growth across defense aerospace and engineering. This role involves developing winning strategies and partnerships while collaborating with senior leaders. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in high-value pursuits within the defense sector, possess strong understanding of the capture lifecycle, and excel in building collaborative relationships. The role offers flexible UK hybrid working arrangements.