Business Development Manager - Defence

Location: Cambridge (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite)

An opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Manager - Defence to join a highly respected UK engineering consultancy delivering advanced RF, communications and electronic system design services.

This organisation has a long-established reputation for delivering complex R&D and bespoke engineering programmes to international clients ranging from innovative SMEs to major corporations and government departments. The business specialises in high-value, custom engineering solutions rather than catalogue products.

This role is suited to a commercially driven individual with a strong Defence network and a proven track record of winning new business within consultative, technical sales environments.

Main Responsibilities of the Business Development Manager - Defence (Cambridge):

Identify, develop and secure new consultancy and R&D opportunities within UK Defence markets
Generate and qualify leads through networking, industry events, targeted outreach and existing contacts
Lead consultative sales cycles from early engagement through to contract award
Develop tailored technical proposals in collaboration with internal engineering teams
Lead competitive bids and close high-value consultancy programmes
Support customer relationships throughout project delivery
Develop strategic bid partnerships for larger Defence programmes
Maintain structured sales processes and CRM discipline
Monitor Defence procurement trends, frameworks and capability developments

Requirements of the Business Development Manager - Defence (Cambridge):

Proven experience selling into UK Defence markets
Demonstrated track record of winning new business
Experience leading complex, consultative sales cycles
Ability to work closely with engineering teams to shape technical proposals
Account management exposure
Strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability
Ability to communicate technical capability credibly to Defence stakeholders
Resilient, self-motivated, hunter-style mentality

Working Pattern & Benefits:

Hybrid working model (2-3 days per week onsite in Cambridge)
UK travel as required to support business development activities
Company-wide profit-based bonus structure (team performance driven)
Opportunity to sell high-value, bespoke engineering solutions at the forefront of RF and advanced electronics development

To apply for this Business Development Manager - Defence role, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana:

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