Established Technical Consultancy seeks a dynamic Business Development Lead with an extensive background in the Defence sector; bringing an Engineering Degree and proven success selling to Defence markets. The successful Business Development Lead will take responsibility for identifying and developing new commercial opportunities within Defence markets - following up on opportunities by developing proposals and closing sales, supporting clients during project delivery; identifying potential business partners through networking as well as keeping up to date on issues affecting the defence market.Key Requirements include:An Engineering related degree with the technical competence to engage with clients.Extensive experience in selling to Defence markets.A career encompassing technical applications as well as Sales / Business Development within large Defence Companies.Account Management experience.Familiarity with structured sales processes.A base salary up to C£85K will be offered with Hybrid working, Private Healthcare, Bonus Scheme, Pension, 25 days holiday and more.Applicants must be British Passport holders.