Head of Business Development - Defence / Secure Technology

Applause IT
Permanent Reading, England Operations Specialties Managers
Posted:
January 30, 2026
Location:
Reading, England, United Kingdom

Job Description

About this job

Head of Business Development - Defence / Secure Technology

Location: UK - Remote / Flexible (MOD Site Travel Required)
Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 basic + Significant bonus + package
(Negotiable for the right candidate)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview

Applause IT are working with an established Defence Cyber Sec Vendor to recruit a new Head of Business Development to lead growth across UK Defence, MOD and secure government technology markets. This senior role will suit an experienced defence-focused BD leader with a strong network, strategic mindset and the ability to convert complex opportunities into long-term revenue.

Location & Travel

This is a remote-first role with regular travel to MOD and Defence client sites.

Ideal candidate location:

  • Along the M4 corridor, or
  • Must live south of Birming...
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    Job Overview

    Job Type: Permanent
    Location: Reading, United Kingdom
    Posted: January 30, 2026
    Deadline: March 11, 2026