Defence Business Development Manager – £60k + Car + Bonus

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to lead growth in our Defence division. You will work remotely with regular UK‑wide travel and occasional trips to Europe, shaping the commercial strategy for high‑performance lubrication, cooling and control systems.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a Defence‑focused business development and sales strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships across the Ministry of Defence, Royal Navy, prime contractors and shipbuilders.
• Identify new opportunities for filtration, lubrication, cooling skid and control systems.
• Expand existing accounts and secure strategic new customers.
• Represent the company at defence exhibitions, networking events and conferences.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to create customer‑focused technical solutions.
• Monitor MOD procurement programmes and future capability requirements.

Required profile

• Proven experience in business development, sales or defence procurement.
• Strong understanding of MOD, naval and wider defence supply chains.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with senior military and commercial stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage your own diary and travel schedule.

Required skills

• Knowledge of defence procurement processes and contracts.
• Familiarity with high‑performance lubrication, cooling and control systems.
• Experience engaging with prime contractors and shipbuilders.

What we offer

• Salary up to £60,000 per year.
• Company car.
• Annual bonus up to 15% of salary.
• Pension scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme.
• Permanent, full‑time contract with clear career progression.