Business Development Manager - Defence and Security in Aldershot, Hampshire

Business Development Manager (National Security)Location: UK Mobile Worker with regular travel to Farnborough and customer sites requiredSalary: 75,800 - 99,800Are you ready to help shape growth in UK National Security? Leidos is seeking a Business Development Manager to join our National Security and Defence (NS&D) Division, with a focus on the Home Office and wider National Security organisations. Reporting to the BD Director for NS&D, you will collaborate with experienced business development, capture, technical and delivery colleagues to identify opportunities, build trusted customer relationships and develop compelling solutions that deliver meaningful outcomes. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams in the UK to address some of the most complex problems in Defence, government, safety & security and transportation. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Integrity, Inclusion, Innovation, Agility, Collaboration & Commitment. Plan and lead business development activities that contribute to our annual growth and award targets in this strategic area of the UK business. Develop and manage a healthy pipeline of opportunities supporting our two-to-five-year growth ambitions and UK strategy. Build and maintain trusted relationships with Home Office and National Security customers, partners and stakeholders, positioning Leidos as a strategic supplier. Identify and qualify opportunities that align with Leidos' strengths and offer strong outcomes for customers and the business. Lead significant new-business campaigns across the UK National Security market. Experience of developing and winning digital transformation, technology or professional services opportunities within the Home Office, National Security or a comparable UK Government environment. A proven ability to build trusted customer and stakeholder relationships and translate customer needs into effective propositions. A track record of delivering sustainable business growth and working towards challenging commercial targets. Experience of leading complex, high-value pursuits and contract opportunities; Strong knowledge of UK Government business development, procurement routes, contract awards and customer buying behaviours. An inclusive and collaborative approach to leading, motivating and supporting multidisciplinary teams. Experience in a Business Development, Account Management or Capture role within the Home Office, National Security sector or a similarly complex government environment. Knowledge of Immigration and Borders. An understanding of IT service management, networks, artificial intelligence and cyber technologies. Experience of developing use cases for digital-transformation concept demonstrators. An understanding of Home Office or National Security digital-transformation programmes. Security clearance: The role requires Security Check (SC) clearance before starting and Developed Vetting (DV) clearance for the role. At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Contributory Pension Scheme ~ Private Medical Insurance ~33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays) ~ Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme) ~ Flexi-Time WorkingCommitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs. Who We Are: Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range:75,800.00-99,800.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law. SummaryLocation: Remote, United Kingdom; Farnborough, Hampshire, UKType: Full time