Business Development Manager

GKN Aerospace Luton, England May 26, 2026

Type Contract
Pay Not listed
Work Remote

As a Business Development Manager in Luton, England, the work centres on building relationships, follow up enquiries, manage accounts, develop pipeline, or close opportunities according to the role. It would suit someone who can bring careful technical judgement and practical problem-solving to the role.

Known job details

  • Location: Luton, England
  • Work model: Remote
  • This role can be worked on a remote first basis however there will be an expectation for regular travel to business meetings across our UK sites and corporate customer offices.
  • Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities.
  • Develop and execute strategic business development plans.
  • Monitor defence budgets, procurement pipelines, and MOD priorities.

Likely focus of the role

  • Build relationships, follow up enquiries, manage accounts, develop pipeline, or close opportunities according to the role.

Requirements mentioned

  • Proven experience (typically 5–10+ years) in business development, sales, or capture management within: Defence.
  • Demonstrated success in winning UK MOD or government contracts.
  • Strong understanding of MOD procurement processes, including frameworks and competitive tendering.
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