Overview

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At CGI, we are shaping the future of public services and driving digital transformation across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland. As a Business Development Director, you will play a pivotal role in accelerating our growth, forging trusted relationships, and enabling clients to achieve measurable outcomes through innovative and sustainable solutions. This is a high‑impact opportunity where you will influence strategy, open new markets, and help position CGI at the heart of industry change, all while being supported by a collaborative and forward‑thinking community.

Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

This is a hybrid position and may require different work patterns depending on client and project needs.

Your future duties and responsibilities

In this role, you will lead the expansion of CGI’s market presence, building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and driving high‑value opportunities that transform how public and private sector organisations operate. You will be responsible for defining winning strategies, securing multi‑million‑pound programmes, and ensuring CGI remains the partner of choice for digital transformation.

You will take ownership of the growth agenda, bringing creativity to how we engage clients and opening new pathways to success. Supported by CGI’s strong culture of collaboration, you will be empowered to deliver meaningful impact and shape the future direction of our business in the Republic of Ireland.

Key responsibilities

• Lead & Innovate: Identify, shape, and secure new business opportunities across target sectors.
• Develop & Deliver: Build and execute tailored strategies to win high‑value contracts.
• Influence & Advise: Establish CGI as the trusted partner through deep market insight.
• Build & Strengthen: Cultivate lasting relationships with C‑suite and senior decision‑makers.
• Drive & Achieve: Consistently meet business development targets and utilisation objectives.

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

To be successful in this role, you should bring a strong record of business development success in Scotland, with the ability to design and deliver growth strategies in both public and commercial markets. You will be confident operating at senior levels, a natural relationship builder, and a strategic thinker with the drive to achieve ambitious targets.

• Proven track record in business development and sales within Scotland.
• Strong leadership and commercial acumen with the ability to innovate and disrupt.
• In‑depth knowledge of public sector and commercial markets.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with credibility at C‑suite level.
• Ability to meet and exceed sales targets while managing utilisation requirements.

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. You’ll reach your full potential because you are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well‑being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.