Head of Business Development – Central Government Full Time

Head of Business Development | Head of Account Management | Client Services Lead | UK Central Government | Government Framework | experienced with large scale project wins | Account Management | SC Cleared | £115k + 15% Bonus

Our client is seeking a Head of Business Development to drive new business and account growth across UK Central Government and ALBs.

This is a senior client services role focused on winning and expanding multi-million-pound consultancy engagements through CCS frameworks and DPS, working closely with the Business Development Director and supporting delivery teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead new-logo acquisition across UK Central Government departments and ALBs
• Own and deliver and contribute towards annual new business target
• Shape, price and win consultancy opportunities via CCS frameworks and DPS
• Build and execute strategic account plans to grow revenue
• Lead compliant, value-for-money proposals and close complex deals
• Manage senior government stakeholders and maintain high client satisfaction
• Partner with delivery teams to ensure alignment between sales commitments and delivery

Required experience

• Proven consultancy or professional services sales experience in UK Central Government
• Demonstrable track record of £5m+ sales wins year-on-year
• Strong understanding of CCS frameworks, DPS and public sector procurement
• Experience breaking into new government departments and growing accounts
• Confident engaging senior civil servants and delivery leaders

Keywords: UK Public Sector Sales, Central Government, CCS Frameworks, DPS, Consultancy Sales, Government Procurement, New Business, Account Growth

This role suits a commercially driven public sector sales leader who knows how to open doors, shape value-led solutions and build long-term government client relationships, please get in touch if you feel you are a strong match.