Account Executive - Defence
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Business Development Lead | DefenceTech / Intelligence / B2B SaaS
High-performing new business leader with 7+ years’ experience across defence, security and complex B2B technology sales, combining deep sector knowledge with full-cycle commercial ownership.
Exceptional quota performer, generating £1.18M against an £820k target — 144% attainment — while acquiring 34 new customers across defence primes, government organisations and international security markets.
Defence ecosystem specialist with experience selling into government, Tier 1/2 suppliers and major primes, navigating complex procurement structures, budgets and multi-stakeholder buying processes.
Proven hunter, personally owning prospecting, pipeline creation, negotiation and close across high-value opportunities while also supporting strategic account expansion and renewals.
GTM builder with experience developing and executing go-to-market strategy for new propositions, including relaunching a dormant defence intelligence product into an active commercial growth engine.
Sales leadership experience managing SDRs and coaching wider commercial teams across prospecting quality, deal strategy, stakeholder navigation and opportunity progression.
Strong commercial trajectory, promoted into Business Development Lead within 18 months and recognised as company-wide Salesperson of the Year in 2025.
Well suited to high-growth DefenceTech, AI or intelligence businesses looking for a commercially aggressive seller who combines sector credibility with repeatable new-logo performance.