Business Development Director - Central Government

Business Development Director - Central Government

Role Summary:

We are looking for a seasoned and proactive Business Development Director to join our growing team. This full-time role offers a flexible hybrid or remote working arrangement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in working with the UK Central Government and a proven background in technology consulting services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement strategic business development initiatives to drive growth and surpass sales goals.
• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities within the UK Central Government and broader public sector.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, stakeholders, and clients.
• Work closely with internal teams to develop customized solutions that align with client needs and expectations.
• Prepare and present compelling proposals, pitches, and presentations to win new contracts and partnerships.
• Track market trends, policy changes, and competitor activity to identify opportunities for business expansion.
• Lead negotiations and close deals to ensure successful contract awards and revenue growth.
• Provide regular updates on business development activities, performance, and pipeline to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• 10-12 years of experience in business development, focusing on the public sector or UK Central Government.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
• Strong knowledge of the technology consulting services sector.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with government and public sector clients.
• Strategic thinker with the capability to create and execute effective business development plans.
• Self-driven, results-oriented, with a high level of accountability.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid/remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a consulting firm.
• Extensive network within the public sector and UK Central Government.
• In-depth understanding of emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities within the public sector.

What's on offer?

£80-100k Base + Fantastic commission structure