Senior Business Development ManagerCantello Tayler Recruitment are recruiting for a Senior Business Development Manager to join their client who is based in Ascot, Berkshire, to identify, develop, and managing business opportunities within the Defence and National Security sectors.Applicants MUST have a successful track record in defence sales, strong technical expertise, and the ability to engage effectively with MOD departments, prime contractors, and system integrators.This is an external role, and the place of work shall vary from planned customer needs, client visits and working from the Ascot office. Working Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm.Competitive salary, bonus and benefits.Senior Business Development Manager Key Responsibilities include:Achieve and exceed personal and team sales targets.Identify and qualify new opportunities within defence organisations and technology partners.Develop and implement sales strategies for defence and security markets.Manage a pipeline of qualified leads and deliver targeted proposals.Build strong networks and act as an ambassador within the defence sector.Maintain accurate forecasts and CRM records.Lead bid responses, proposals, and tenders for defence projects.Deliver presentations, demonstrations, and training to customers.Build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders.Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies.Achieve KPIs including meetings, proposals, and revenue targets.Collaborate with