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Sagentia Defence provides science and technology consultancy expertise to help solve the most complex challenges faced by mission-critical defence programmes. We work in partnership with national government bodies, international institutions and global prime contractors on developing and leveraging next-generation technologies, enterprise transformation, feasibility analysis, system engineering, and programme delivery across S&T, Maritime, Air, Land, Joint, and defence digital projects. Sagentia Defence has an enviable legacy of supporting autonomy programmes, helping accelerate innovation in uncrewed systems. From concept analysis and feasibility studies to safety accreditation, regulatory advice and prototyping – we provide independent, agile, and technically robust solutions aligned with Defence’s strategy. We have SQEP staff from industry, government, and the armed forces, offering unmatched insight, pace, and flexibility—enabling our customers to deliver mission-ready capabilities faster. As part of our growth plans, we are looking for a talented, ambitious and self-motivated Business Developer with a proven track record in winning and delivering work in UK Defence consulting. The successful candidate will lead our UxV campaign, leveraging our capabilities and experience in UxVs. This is a great opportunity for the right individual who will be the focal point for our business growth in the UxV market space and the primary contact internally and externally for our business and growth.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the development and execution of strategic business development in our to secure new projects for our core capability/consulting teams
Represent Sagentia Defence in the market and be the principal point of contact for all client enquiries/issues, establishing productive strong relationships with key stakeholders
Secure enduring commercial relationships with target customers that deliver revenue and growth opportunities to the business
Develop compelling proposals, presentations, and bid submissions that address client needs and showcase our capabilities
Requirements:
Demonstrable experience in a business development role (ie business development / sales / capability deployment) in UK Defence Consulting – preferably in the UxV area
Confident and credible presenting to and influencing senior leadership in Sagentia Defence's customers
Understands Sagentia Defence's capability offering, UK Defence consulting landscape with a deep understanding of Sagentia Defence's customers and their pain points
Strategic thinker, proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive business development plans
Experience coordinating resource in a matrix structure, including senior technical staff
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
Strategy development and deployment with respect to long term performance in a UK defence consultancy context
Bidding for UK defence consultancy projects into frameworks, consulting consortia and/or industry clients
Commercial (Contract Law) acumen, good commercial acumen to understand company drivers and secure profitable work packages
Degree qualified or calibre, ideally in a related discipline
Relevant professional qualifications for your area of expertise
Relevant software capability to manage work deliverables
What we offer:
Company Profit Share Scheme
Generous Holiday Allowance with the ability to buy and sell holiday
Employee Assistance Programme
24 Hour access to GP and Mental Health support along with access to hundreds of high street discounts