Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

60,000 - 80,000

Stevenage Hybrid

A well-established space and advanced-technology organisation is strengthening its commercial function following sustained growth and increased demand across government and industrial markets. The business is known for disciplined execution, long-term customer partnerships, and a culture that prioritises engineering credibility and delivery over hype or short-term optics.

You will

• Own institutional business development across the UK and Europe, through a minimum 5+ years of experience within the Space Industry and Space Technology
• Build and manage a long-cycle, high-value opportunity pipeline from early shaping through contract close.
• Act as senior account owner for institutional customers
• Lead capture strategy: market positioning, win themes, partner selection, pricing input, and bids.
• Represent the business to agencies, partners, and at industry events.
• Track pipeline, market intelligence, and customer feedback, feeding strategy into sales and engineering.

Who Thrives Here

• Proven institutional seller who has sold into the space industry.
• Strategic thinker who can play the long game
• A sharp relationship-builder
• Self-directed operator who does not need hand-holding.
• Comfortable in complex, technical environments

Additional Benefits include:

Private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program.