Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager | Oxford | £60,000 - £80,000 My client is a leading organisation in the space sector, known for delivering cutting-edge mission technology and supporting high-profile international space programmes. As they continue to expand their UK engineering presence, they are seeking a Business Development Manager to join their team. Reporting to the Head of Business Development & Sales, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to grow our institutional business. This includes building strong relationships with government agencies, managing a pipeline of opportunities, and leading capture activities from early engagement through to contract award. You will act as a key interface between customers, partners, and internal teams, ensuring alignment on opportunities and representing the organisation across the UK and European space ecosystem. The Role: +Identify and develop new business opportunities with UK and European institutional customers +Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies and industry partners +Develop and manage a robust pipeline aligned with growth objectives +Lead capture activities, including win strategies and pursuit planning +Support and contribute to high-quality bids and proposals Key Skills and Experience: +Degree (preferably in a technical or space-related discipline) 5+ years’ experience in business development, ideally within the space sector +Strong understanding of the space industry and institutional landscape +Experience working with government or agency customers (e.g. UK or European institutions) +Proven ability to build relationships and win new business If you’re driven by the opportunity to shape the future of the space sector and work at the forefront of innovation, this is your chance to make a real impact. Join a collaborative, ambitious team where your ideas and expertise will help turn bold visions into reality, on Earth and beyond