Business Development Manager

Job DetailsPosted:about 10 hours agoSector:Sales and MarketingLocation: Southampton Job Ref:968032Job Type:Permanent Salary:70,000Expiry Date:05 September 2026Contact:Isaac WattsContact Email:isaac.watts@faststream.comContact Phone:02380208837Job Description Our client is an established engineering consultancy operating within the maritime sector. They provide technical and consultancy services to a diverse range of customers across commercial and government-funded projects. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to develop new client relationships, identify business opportunities and support the continued expansion of their consultancy services. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll play a key role in shaping the future growth of the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong marine industry experience who enjoys developing relationships, identifying new markets and winning technically complex projects.Key Responsibilities Business Growth Drive business development activities across the consultancy.Increase third-party consultancy work including: Design projectsTechnical supportEngineering consultancyDevelop opportunities for: Military vessel design (up to approximately 24m)Commercial vessel projects, including electric ferries (up to approximately 50m)Electric workboat design and associated boat sales through build partners. Client Development Identify, develop and secure new business opportunities.Build long-term relationships with existing and prospective customers.Maintain a strong pipeline of future opportunities. Marketing & Brand Lead the companies presence at: Trade showsConferencesIndustry exhibitionsOversee the company's: WebsiteMarketing activitiesSocial media presence Bid & Proposal Management Manage and support the production of proposals and tender submissions.Introduce and maintain a customer relationship/opportunities database (CRM).Supervise and support the Business Development Administrator.About You:We're looking for someone who combines commercial awareness with strong technical credibility within the marine sector. Essential Experience:At least 10 years' experience within the UK military and/or commercial marine industryDegree qualified in a relevant discipline such as:EngineeringNaval ArchitectureOr an equivalent technical qualification Strong technical understanding of:Military vesselsCommercial craftSpecialist marine projects Good knowledge of:The UK Ministry of Defence (MOD)Working with MOD procurement and customersPersonal Attributes You'll be someone who is:Self-motivated and ambitiousCommercially driven with a results-focused mindsetConfident working independently and within a teamAn excellent communicator with strong presentation skillsHighly organised with excellent attention to detailFlexible and adaptableComfortable travelling regularly throughout the UK and internationally, sometimes at short noticeWhy Join? Work alongside one of the UK's leading marine design consultancies.Be part of a business driving innovation and decarbonisation within the marine industry.Influence the future growth of an established consultancyEngage with exciting military, commercial and next-generation electric vessel projects.Represent the business across the UK and internationally while building lasting industry relationships.