Director of Defence Growth and Programmes

Director of Defence Programmes - NATO Markets UK or Europe £NEG + performance-related package Regular European travel Electus is supporting a rapidly growing defence technology business specialising in advanced UAV and autonomous systems. As the company expands across NATO markets, it is seeking an experienced international defence leader to win new customers, develop strategic partnerships and manage senior client relationships through programme delivery. This is not a traditional programme-management position. It combines international business development, capture strategy, customer leadership and the transition of new contracts into successful delivery. The opportunity The Director of Defence Programmes will help shape and execute the company''s five-year defence growth strategy. A central objective will be to secure three new NATO MOD customers during the first 12 months and build strong, multi-stakeholder relationships across those accounts. You will identify the most effective route to market within each country, whether directly, through defence primes or alongside strategic partners. You will manage major opportunities from initial engagement through capture, bid, negotiation and contract award, while remaining involved as programmes move into delivery. Key responsibilities Develop and execute the defence growth strategy across NATO and EMEA markets. Win new business and secure three new NATO MOD customers within the first year. Build senior relationships ..... full job details .....