Specialist – Business Development

About the role

We are seeking a Specialist in Business Development to drive growth across defence and advanced technology programmes in regional and international markets. The role will focus on identifying new opportunities, building strategic relationships and guiding proposals from inception to contract award.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Build relationships with customers, government entities, OEMs and strategic partners.
• Conduct market and competitor research.
• Support opportunities from identification through to contract award.
• Coordinate technical and commercial proposals.
• Maintain CRM, pipeline and sales forecasts.
• Support customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Technology, Defence or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in Business Development, Sales, Commercial or Strategy.
• Experience in Defence, Aerospace, Advanced Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing or related industries.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and analytical abilities.
• Understanding of complex procurement or government/customer engagement is advantageous.

Required skills

• CRM