At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive sales and develop solutions in the defence technology sector.
- Company: Fast-growing defence tech company with ambitious expansion plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commission/bonus, and opportunity for significant impact.
- Other info: Opportunity to influence growth and strategy in a high-growth environment.
- Why this job: Join at a pivotal moment and shape the future of defence technology.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in defence business development with strong industry connections.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Sales & Business Development – Defence
Remote | Occasional travel across Ireland & Europe
€90,000–€120,000 DOE + Commission/Bonus
EU work eligibility required for security clearance purposes
Our client is a fast-growing defence technology business preparing for Series A funding next year, with ambitious plans to scale across Europe and international markets.
We are looking for a senior Defence Sales & Business Development professional with strong industry relationships, procurement expertise and a proven track record of winning complex, high-value defence programmes.
Responsibilities include:
- Working closely with product, engineering and leadership teams to help shape customer requirements, develop solutions and drive opportunities through to contract.
- Developing a multi-year sales pipeline across Europe and selected international markets.
- Translating operational requirements into compelling solutions and commercial proposals.
- Leading bids, negotiations and customer engagements through to contract award.
- Representing the business at defence exhibitions, industry events and senior stakeholder engagements.
- Helping shape product and market strategy through direct customer and operational insight.
Requirements:
- 10+ years' experience in defence, military, procurement or defence-industry business development.
- An established network of senior military, government and procurement contacts.
- Demonstrable experience in capture management, bid leadership, negotiation and strategic account development.
- Credibility with military end-users combined with strong commercial and technical understanding.
- Eligibility for relevant EU/NATO/national security clearances.
This is an opportunity to join a high-growth defence technology company at a pivotal stage of its development. With Series A funding planned for next year, you will have the opportunity to play a significant role in scaling the commercial organisation, expanding into new markets and helping shape the company's next phase of growth.
We are looking for someone who can bring deep defence expertise, trusted relationships and commercial drive —and who wants to have a direct impact on the growth of an ambitious technology business.
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