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Business Development Campaign Lead     Vacancy Reference: CLA- 378 Position: Full-time   Location: Fonthill, Wiltshire Salary: £55,000- £65,000 At Callen-Lenz, we are expanding the limits of what is possible. We specialise in crewed and uncrewed aircraft operations and technology, and having recently received investment into the business we are going through a period of rapid growth and development and are looking for key roles to assist with these changes. Callen-Lenz offers innovative and customer focused UAS solutions through our 4 key business strands; technical services, products, platforms and operational services.  We are looking for individuals to help drive forward our expansion, placing you at forefront of UAS development in the UK. Our Values Integrity Innovation Collaboration Excellence Why Work for Us Based in the heart of rural Wiltshire, close to the Historic city of Salisbury you will join our rapidly growing, friendly and multi-disciplined team, working on a range of diverse and interesting projects, leading the way in this exciting field and witnessing the full lifecycle of our products. The Callen-Lenz team are passionate about what we do, and we are searching for individuals to grow with us as we expand into the aerospace industry. Our benefits include: 25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) Buy/Sell holiday policy up to 5 days either way Pension Scheme via Royal London Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. Green Car Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Life assurance scheme (6x basic salary) Income protection policy (75% of basic salary) Private Health Insurance via Bupa Private Dental insurance via Bupa Enhanced Maternity and paternity 1 Professional membership reimbursed per year 1 paid volunteering day per year Access to an independent financial advisor year round Training & development opportunities About the role In this role of Business Development Campaign Lead you will focus on UAS Deep Effects and be responsible for identifying and developing new opportunities within this area for Callen-Lenz, playing a key role in shaping the Callen-Lenz Business Development strategy and delivering consultancy across defence programmes and portfolios. Responsibilities Develop long-term, forward-thinking strategic plans aligned with clear understanding of the bigger picture commercially and across the international defence landscape. Developing actionable campaign plans in a complex, evolving defence environment to successfully secure new contracts for Callen-Lenz. Build a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities that directly align with the Callen-Lenz strategy. Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision makers across Army HQ, Field Army and wider defence networks. Providing expert guidance to Callen-Lenz navigating complex global Defence requirements and commercial landscapes. Overseeing significant projects that require both technical understanding and strategic oversight. Achieve sales targets by securing new sales and expanding existing opportunities within the defence and government sectors. Monitor industry trends, competitor analysis and emerging technologies relevant to the UAS / Defence industry that could directly influence future requirements Health and Safety Demonstrate in daily activities a commitment to health and safety in the workplace by always ensuring tasks are performed in the safest possible manner Report all hazards and incidents that the individual is party to, or observes, in the correct manner. When required or directed, participate in any health and safety training. Perform other business development related duties as required. Skills Essential Experience in a similar role within defence, national security or government sectors. (or a Service leaver with strong experience in UAV/Future programmes) St