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Junior Business Development Manager – Defence & CommunicationsSalary: Competitive (dependent on experience)Are you ready to launch your career in Defence communications?Steatite Communications is a market leader in advanced communications solutions, including Wave Relay® MANET systems. We are looking for a Junior Business Development Manager to join our growing team and help drive growth in the Defence, Intelligence, and commercial sectors.What You Will Do:Build and nurture relationships with Defence and commercial clients.Identify new business opportunities and support the sales process.Consult with clients to design solutions that meet technical and operational requirements.Support product demonstrations, trials, events, and tradeshows.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.Travel to meet clients and partners as required.Who You Are:You need a blend of technical knowledge, sales and business development experience, project and client management skills, and strong interpersonal communication abilities. Experience in Defence or commercial sectors is a big advantage.1–2 years’ relevant experience, or a strong potential to grow into the role.Strong communication skills with the ability to convey ideas clearly, listen actively, and adapt communication to different stakeholders.Excellent at problem-solving/solution design: experience translating client requirements into practical, feasible solutions.Presentation & demonstration skills: ability to showcase products, explain technical features, and answer questions confidently.Motivated, adaptable, and ready to learn in a fast-paced Defence environment.Ideally have a background in Defence, ex-Armed Forces, or Defence communications.Understanding Tactical Communications systems and their deployment across Defence.Networking skills: ability to build professional networks and leverage them for business opportunities.Desirable:Technical knowledge of networking, IP, RF, or MANET systems.Eligible for UK Government Security Clearance.Clean UK driving licence.Why Join Steatite Communications?Work on cutting-edge communications technology in Defence and commercial projects.Career development opportunities in a growing, innovative company.Travel and work closely with clients on high-impact projects.Collaborative, supportive team culture with meaningful client engagement.What we offer in returnCompetitive salary package26 days holiday plus bank holidaysDiscretionary bonusPension scheme – 5% employee contributions, 4% employer contributions (salary sacrifice)Enrolment in the Employee Share Scheme after 12 months of serviceAccess to Westfield Healthcare scheme including corporate healthcare plan and wellbeing supportEmployee Assistance Programme for personal and professional supportDiscount scheme including retail, travel, and gym membershipsCycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemesOur Recruitment processApplication Review– Your application will be reviewed by Recruitment & Hiring ManagerInitial Screening – Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Teams Interview to discuss the role and your experience in more detail.Interview – candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview at our offices. This may include competency-based questions and discussion about your technical experience.Assessment (if applicable):Some roles may include a short presentation, task, or technical assessment relevant to the position.Offer and onboarding– Successful candidates will receive a formal offer, followed by pre-employment checks and onboarding support to ensure a smooth start.We aim to keep you informed at every stage of the process and provide feedback wherever possible.Apply Now: Send your CV