Job Title: Business Development Director

Location: Warrington, UK

Experience: 20+ years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Business Development Director to drive growth across industrial, pharmaceutical, clean technology, and defence markets. The role requires a senior professional with a proven track record in identifying, developing, and securing high‑value business opportunities, managing key client relationships, and leading cross‑functional teams to achieve ambitious commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s business development strategy across target sectors, aligning with corporate goals.
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities with both new and existing clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with C‑level executives, key decision‑makers, and industry stakeholders.
• Lead proposal development, tender submissions, and contract negotiations for complex and high‑value projects.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams (technical, operations, marketing) to ensure commercial viability and successful project delivery.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and sector developments to identify growth opportunities.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to business development managers and sales teams.
• Contribute to strategic planning and advise senior leadership on market entry, expansion, and diversification.

Qualifications & Experience

• 20+ years of business development, sales, or commercial experience, ideally in industrial, pharma, clean tech, or defence sectors.
• Strong track record of securing multi‑million‑pound contracts and developing strategic partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field; MBA or equivalent is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Sector expertise in industrial, pharmaceutical, clean technology, or defence markets.
• Understanding of regulatory, compliance, and quality standards in target sectors.
• Experience working in a matrixed or international organisation.
• Proven ability to develop long‑term strategic plans and implement them successfully.
• Competitive salary and performance‑based bonus structure.
• Pension and health benefits.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to shape strategy and drive growth in high‑value sectors.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing