Head of Growth

Head of Growth / Business Development

Location: UK Hybrid
Security Clearance: DV Preferred (Current or Previously Held)

Shape the Future of UK Defence

We are seeking a highly credible senior Defence leader to drive growth, shape strategic opportunities and build lasting relationships across the UK Defence community.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the future direction of major Defence programmes spanning:

Command & Control (C2)
Secure Communications
Defence Digital
Systems Integration
Counter-UAS
Data & AI-enabled Decision Support
Secure Infrastructure
Defence Logistics & Support ServicesWorking closely with senior military, government and industry stakeholders, you will identify and shape high-value opportunities, develop long-term growth strategies and help position the business at the forefront of Defence innovation.

What You'll Be Doing

Developing and executing Defence growth strategies and market roadmaps
Building trusted relationships across the MOD, Defence Digital, DE&S, NATO and the wider Defence community
Identifying, qualifying and shaping strategic opportunities before formal bid activity
Developing win strategies, investment cases and partnership approaches
Supporting pre-sales, customer engagement and business growth activities
Creating and managing strategic partnerships across the Defence ecosystem
Acting as a senior representative at customer, industry and Defence engagement events

What We're Looking For

Strong MOD and Defence stakeholder network
Experience in Defence growth, strategy, business development or capability development
Knowledge of Command & Control, Secure Communications, Defence Digital, Systems Integration or related Defence technologies
Strong commercial awareness and opportunity-shaping experience
Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to influence senior military, government and industry stakeholders
Experience operating within complex Defence or National Security environments

Ideal Background

We are particularly interested in speaking with individuals who have operated at senior leadership level within the Armed Forces, Defence industry or Government, including:

Commander
Captain
Colonel
Brigadier
Wing Commander
Commodore
Air Commodore
Rear Admiral / AdmiralCurrent DV clearance is highly desirable, although candidates who have previously held DV clearance are also encouraged to apply.

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