Defence Business Development Manager

The Defence Business Development Manager will be responsible for building Venta Global’s presence in the UK and European defence sector, with a primary focus on securing product specifications on military vehicle platforms. The role is central to achieving Venta’s strategic objective of becoming a key partner to leading defence primes.

About the RoleThis Defence Business development role involves:

Market development - making sure Venta is a preferred supplier within military supply chains
Build and maintain strong networks and relationships with defence primes and industry influencers
Drive pipeline growth by winning new specifications for Venta products and deliver revenue growth targets aligned with the defence strategy
Represent Venta trade shows, industry events, and customer meetings and promote the Venta brand
Benefits33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Daily free lunch and refreshments

Real, freshly ground coffee!

Access to Lifeworks perks and discount scheme

Employee recognition and rewards

Pleasant, rural location with onsite parking

Additional holiday after 2 years of service

Nest pension scheme

Requirements

We are looking for someone with experience in the Defence sector, and embodies our values of Keep it Real, Make it Happen, Own It and Bring the Zing. We are looking for someone with a winning mindset who is professional and resilient to change.

Essential skills:

•Significant experience in business development within the defence vehicle sector.

•Strong, active network within UK and European defence primes.

•Demonstrated success in influencing specifications and securing new programme wins.

•Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders across technical and commercial functions.

•High level of commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

•Willingness to travel extensively. - Happy for the candidate to be based further afield in the UK, but would need to be willing to travel to Venta throughout the month

Understanding of vehicle systems and integration is desired, but not essential