Thinking about joining Cirrus as part of our Business Development team?

Cirrus Software Solutions is a dynamic and rapidly growing SME software consultancy, specialising in delivering cutting-edge solutions for the UK government in defence and critical national infrastructure. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on our ability to address complex challenges and provide tailored software solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients. 

Ask yourself the following questions about your current role:

  • Do you currently work for a company where sales targets are more important than the work you produce?

  • Is your only pathway to promotion by going into management when you want to remain technical and be a subject matter expert?

  • Does it feel like your efforts are going to management bonuses over customer satisfaction?

  • Are you unempowered in your current role to make decisions?

  • Does it feel like an uphill struggle to get recognition for your efforts?

  • Do you want to help shape the future of a new company?

  • Do you work for a large organisation whose overall goals aren't clear, or do you find it difficult to help them achieve them?

If the answer is 'yes' to any of the above, try a different company and join Cirrus Software Solutions.

Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven individual to join our Business Development team, with a primary focus on expanding our footprint within the UK critical national infrastructure and defence sectors. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strategic relationships, and driving revenue growth. The skills listed are desirable and we wouldn’t expect any candidate to have all of them.

Responsibilities

  • Client Relationship Management:  Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, stakeholders, and influencers within government and defence organisations. Understand client needs and collaborate with the technical and delivery teams to tailor solutions that align with client requirements. 

  • Sales and Revenue Growth: Meet and exceed sales targets by actively identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities. Maintain accurate records of prospects, outreach efforts, and pipeline updates.

  • Proposal Support: Draft proposals alongside our technical staff, presentations, and case studies for client pitches.

  • Market Research: Track industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging opportunities.

 Desirable skills

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in sales, business development, or a related customer-facing role

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Comfortable with cold outreach and building rapport with prospective customers

  • Organised, self-motivated, and eager to learn

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office

  • Interest in technology and software development

Requirements

  • UK-based for at least the past five years

  • UK National with a British passport who holds, or is likely able to hold at least SC clearance and above*

  • Five years of documented travel history

*UK Dual Nationality will be considered

Benefits

  • Competitive salaries - £30k-40k base salary and a commission structure, both depending on experience

  • The opportunity to purchase share options under an EMI shares scheme

  • Annual budget for training and conferences

  • Flexible 37.5-hour working week, including time off in lieu

  • 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)

  • Generous employee-contributed pension (matching up to 7.5% with optional salary sacrifice)

  • Healthcare package (including dental and optical)

  • Income protection for up to 75% of income for up to 5 years, should you have a long-term illness

  • Death-in-service benefit of 4 times your salary

 We put people at the centre of our business; we are both team and customer-focused. If you’re happy in your job then our customers will be happy with our results.

Interested in joining our team?

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