Account Director

Senior Business Development Manager/Account Director, Defence and National SecurityManchester (with travel) | £80,000 - £110,000 + bonusSC clearance essential, DV highly desirableiO Associates is seeking a senior commercial professional to join a dynamic technology and consulting firm specialising in UK defence and national security.Defence is one of the fastest-growing sectors within the business, and this position is pivotal to accelerating that growth. You will become part of a small, senior team at an exciting stage as the market begins to expand, offering significant opportunity.About the roleThis senior individual contributor role reports directly to the Director responsible for this business area. The position involves an even balance between managing and expanding existing defence client relationships and developing new opportunities from the ground up.Key responsibilities Lead account management for existing defence clients, overseeing relationships from opportunity identification and proposal development through to successful delivery.Develop new routes to market within the MOD, its affiliated organisations, and major defence suppliers and primes. National Armements Director network is hugely benifitial.Drive prime partnerships, collaborate with bid consortia, and secure positions on defence frameworks.Shape and promote innovative propositions tailored to defence clients, working closely with internal teams to create solutions that meet genuine client ..... full job details .....