Business Development Manager
EVONA
Date: 19 hours ago
City: Bedford, England
Contract type: Full time
Remote
We're Hiring: Business Development Manager
West Midlands | Hybrid / Onsite / Remote
Are you passionate about shaping the future of defense and space innovation? Join us as a Business Development Manager and play a key role in driving growth, forging strategic partnerships, and positioning us at the forefront of emerging technologies.
About The Role
As our Business Development Manager, you will lead the charge in identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and delivering measurable results across the defense and space sectors. You'll work closely with key stakeholders and internal teams to expand our market presence, drive revenue, and build long-term customer success.
Key Responsibilities
West Midlands | Hybrid / Onsite / Remote
- Full-Time | £60,000 – £85,000 + Team-Based Incentives
Are you passionate about shaping the future of defense and space innovation? Join us as a Business Development Manager and play a key role in driving growth, forging strategic partnerships, and positioning us at the forefront of emerging technologies.
About The Role
As our Business Development Manager, you will lead the charge in identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and delivering measurable results across the defense and space sectors. You'll work closely with key stakeholders and internal teams to expand our market presence, drive revenue, and build long-term customer success.
Key Responsibilities
- Hit and exceed sales targets across key platforms and customer groups
- Identify and win new business in defense, aerospace, and emerging space markets
- Manage high-level stakeholder relationships with a strategic mindset
- Use Salesforce to manage pipeline, forecasts, and business planning
- Stay informed on industry trends and leverage competitive intelligence
- Develop and support marketing content, press releases, and trade show presence
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding customer experiences
- Proven success in Space, Aerospace, or Defense (Land sector expertise preferred)
- Track record in securing deals ranging from £3M–£10M
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills
- Ability to thrive under pressure, multitask, and lead with confidence
- Experience with Salesforce and sales forecasting tools
- Degree in STEM preferred; 10+ years in customer-facing roles or military transitioners welcome
- Willingness to travel across the UK, Europe, and beyond
- Security clearance eligibility required
- Salary: £60,000 – £85,000 (DOE)
- Bonus: Team-Based Selling Incentives
- Schedule: 35 hours/week with a compressed 9-day fortnight
- Annual Leave: 28 days
- Pension: Company Contribution
- Health: BUPA Private Medical Cover
- Work Mode: Hybrid / Remote (West Midlands base)
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