HM023283 - Head of Defence Business Development and Sales
| Posting date: | 18 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 October 2025 |
| Location: | Nuneaton, Warwickshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HORIBA MIRA Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HM023283 |
Summary
At HORIBA MIRA, we don’t just sell services—we build partnerships with our customers that drive innovation in the automotive and mobility sectors. Whether it's identifying new opportunities, shaping strategic collaborations, or delivering world-class solutions to our clients, our Commercial team is at the heart of our business growth.
HORIBA MIRA is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Defence Business Development & Sales in one or more of our key priority areas to compliment the existing team to drive growth in the defence and security sector. This senior leadership role will focus on developing high-value opportunities in one or more of the following areas:
Counter-UAS and related technologies
Mobility Engineering (integration, optimisation, V&V)
Advanced Power Management
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of a Defence sales and business development strategy
Identify, cultivate, and secure large engineering and integration programmes
Drive strategic deals including framework agreements, licensing, and joint ventures
Build and maintain senior relationships within the Defence sector
Collaborate cross-functionally and with HORIBA Group to maximise growth opportunities
Meet or exceed annual Order Intake and margin targets
What We’re Looking For:
Proven success in Defence sector business development and sales
Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
Exceptional communicator and relationship-builder
Entrepreneurial mindset and results-driven approach
Ability to lead complex sales cycles and build scalable propositions
Please note:
Due to the sensitivities of this role; the successful applicant must be able to achieve Security Clearance at SC level (minimum footprint in the UK of 5 years).
Full UK drivers licence is required
UK Travel and some overseas travel maybe required
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.
Take a look at the full job description via the link above and learn more about what we do, our Commercial Team and what we can offer you.
https://www.horiba-mira.com/
https://careers.horiba-mira.com/key-teams/commercial
https://careers.horiba-mira.com/what-we-can-offer-you
HORIBA MIRA are an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. If you consider you need reasonable adjustments with the application stage due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team (recruitment@horiba-mira.com).
HORIBA MIRA actively promotes diversity and inclusion across our organisation. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you require sponsorship, this will be reliant on meeting the eligibility requirements set by the Home Office. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa. Please note that this guidance is subject to change in line with updates to the Immigration Rules.
HORIBA MIRA is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Defence Business Development & Sales in one or more of our key priority areas to compliment the existing team to drive growth in the defence and security sector. This senior leadership role will focus on developing high-value opportunities in one or more of the following areas:
Counter-UAS and related technologies
Mobility Engineering (integration, optimisation, V&V)
Advanced Power Management
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of a Defence sales and business development strategy
Identify, cultivate, and secure large engineering and integration programmes
Drive strategic deals including framework agreements, licensing, and joint ventures
Build and maintain senior relationships within the Defence sector
Collaborate cross-functionally and with HORIBA Group to maximise growth opportunities
Meet or exceed annual Order Intake and margin targets
What We’re Looking For:
Proven success in Defence sector business development and sales
Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
Exceptional communicator and relationship-builder
Entrepreneurial mindset and results-driven approach
Ability to lead complex sales cycles and build scalable propositions
Please note:
Due to the sensitivities of this role; the successful applicant must be able to achieve Security Clearance at SC level (minimum footprint in the UK of 5 years).
Full UK drivers licence is required
UK Travel and some overseas travel maybe required
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to hear from you.
Take a look at the full job description via the link above and learn more about what we do, our Commercial Team and what we can offer you.
https://www.horiba-mira.com/
https://careers.horiba-mira.com/key-teams/commercial
https://careers.horiba-mira.com/what-we-can-offer-you
HORIBA MIRA are an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. If you consider you need reasonable adjustments with the application stage due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team (recruitment@horiba-mira.com).
HORIBA MIRA actively promotes diversity and inclusion across our organisation. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you require sponsorship, this will be reliant on meeting the eligibility requirements set by the Home Office. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa. Please note that this guidance is subject to change in line with updates to the Immigration Rules.