At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth in the UK Space and Defence sector by securing new opportunities.
- Company: Join GMV, a leader in innovative space solutions with a creative team.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive pay, health benefits, and personal development support.
- Other info: Flexible work options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the exciting world of space and defence while shaping future technologies.
- Qualifications: Knowledge of UK space sector and experience in government/defence projects required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
We are expanding our Business Development team and we are looking for a Business Development Manager to take on new challenges and projects within the national Space and Defence Sector. The Business Development Manager will seek out and secure commercial opportunities for GMV that exist within the UK governmental (civil/defence) and national commercial space programmes. The priority focus shall be on growing and developing new business in areas related to ground segments and systems, supporting major ongoing and planned satellite missions.
Join our team, full of talent and creativity where you will seek out and secure new business for GMV within UK government programmes.
WHAT CHALLENGE WILL YOU BE TAKING ON?
You will be supporting the team in defining, developing and implementing the GMV strategy within national space and defence programmes and among related customers. Contributing to the development and implementation of the GMV strategic plan, in connection with UK programmes. Identifying the opportunities for GMV within the UK National Space Strategy, the Integrated Review and the Spending Review as well as within commercial space programmes being driven from the UK.
The role will have the following strategic objectives:
- Define, develop and implement the GMV strategy within the UK government and UK defence space programmes and among related customers.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the GMV UK strategic plan, in connection with UK government/defence programmes.
- Identify and secure significant roles for GMV business within UK governmental/defence programmes that target space infrastructure/operations, new technologies, service provision, terminals/devices and user applications/services.
- Capture business depending on the specific needs of each UK programme whether it requires make or buy, maintenance/operations as well as evolutions/extensions.
- Leverage the participation of GMV in UK space programmes to develop new "downstream" markets targeting commercial applications/services.
- Leverage participation in UK government "downstream" programmes to expand GMV business into other government departments as well as into commercial sectors and supply chains.
- Assess the business opportunities emerging within the UK government programmes for generating business among friends and Allies communities.
- Represent GMV in UK institutions and multinational organisations.
- Participate in UK industry-related and other professional events.
- Promote and reinforce the reputation of GMV within UK government, defence and industry meetings/committees.
- Request advice, guidance and support, when and as appropriate, from the GMV Business Units, the GMV Business Development team, GMV senior management team and from GMV corporate services.
WHAT DO WE NEED IN OUR TEAM
If you are interested in this position, we would require you to have the following:
- Knowledge of UK space sector, players, programmes, pipelines and roadmaps.
- Previous experience and knowledge within the UK industry and Government/Defence Projects and requirements.
- Previous experience in bids and tender management within UK Government/Defence programmes.
- Valid Security clearance at SC or above would be desired.
Please note this role requires a UK national with security clearance (SC or above) or the ability to obtain UK security clearance. Only UK national candidates with security clearance or those that can obtain UK security clearance can be considered for this role.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
- Hybrid working model and 8 weeks per year of teleworking outside your usual geographical area.
- Personalized career plan development, training and language learning support.
- Competitive compensation with ongoing reviews, flexible compensation and discount on brands.
- Wellbeing program: Health, dental and life insurance; free fruit and coffee, physical, mental and health support, and much more!
In our recruitment processes you will always have telephone and personal contact, face-to-face or online, with our talent acquisition team. In addition, bank transfers and bank cards will never be requested. If you are contacted through any other process, please write to our team at privacy@gmv.com.
We promote equal opportunities in recruitment, and we are committed to inclusion and diversity.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? JOIN US
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Nina Miller, in charge of this vacancy.
UK Space & Defence Business Development Manager in Didcot employer: GMV
Gmv is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, where your contributions as an International Contracts Specialist will be valued and impactful. With a focus on employee growth, we offer continuous professional development opportunities and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Located in the UK, our team thrives in a dynamic environment that encourages innovative thinking and empathetic negotiation, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
