Director of Business Development (Intelligence)

Director of Business Development – Intelligence | £110k + Bonus | South West / Remote

I’m currently recruiting for a Director of Business Development to lead growth across UK national security & intelligence environments.

This is a rare opportunity to own and scale a high-value business unit within an established consultancy, with immediate access to a major long-term framework and multi-million-pound opportunities.

Why this role stands out?

• Own a new and growing intelligence-focused business unit
• £6M+ revenue target with strong existing foundations
• Access to a framework in the billions £££
• High autonomy + direct exposure to board-level leadership
• Work at the heart of the UK’s most secure and strategic programmes

What you’ll be doing?

• Driving new business across national security & central government clients
• Owning and growing a pipeline of £1M–£4M+ deals
• Leveraging frameworks and routes to market to unlock revenue
• Building relationships within high-assurance environments
• Expanding partner ecosystems (consultancies, primes, etc.)
• Identifying upsell opportunities within existing programmes
• Shaping GTM strategy and influencing senior stakeholders

What we’re looking for:

• Strong BD / sales background in:
• Central Government / Defence / National Security
• Proven track record delivering multi-million-pound deals

Deep understanding of:

• Frameworks (CCS, DPS, etc.)
• Government procurement routes
• Established network across:
• Government buyers
• Consulting / delivery partners
• Comfortable operating in complex, high-security environments

🔐 Clearance

• Must hold DV clearance or be eligible
• Experience working in high-assurance / secure environments highly desirable

👉 Further details discussed confidentially

📍 Location

• Remote-first
• Travel to South West (Cheltenham / Bristol) as required
• All expenses covered

💰 Package

• £110k base
• Bonus (OTE £135k+)
• 25–30 days holiday
• Pension + full benefits
• EV scheme + wellness perks

⚡ The opportunity

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Wants to build something meaningful and high-impact
• Has a strong network in secure government environments
• Is ready to step into a high-autonomy, high-visibility position

If you’ve worked in this space and understand how to navigate secure environments, frameworks, and complex government sales, I’d be keen to speak.