Business Development Director Snr BDM Public Sector IT MSP

Applause IT are working with a large well established IT Technology client with a wide product portfolio, looking for a driven and results-oriented Business Development Managers and Business Development Directors to join a fast-growing Public Sector sales team at one of the UK's leading managed service providers. This role is net new business focused, making it perfect for a motivated sales professional with a background in technology solutions and a solid understanding of use of public sector procurement frameworks. This is a remote-first role, giving you the flexibility to work from home while being supported by a collaborative, high-performing team. You'll take full ownership of identifying and closing new opportunities, managing your own pipeline, and shaping go-to-market strategies across a defined product and vertical focus., + Generate new business within the public sector across targeted accounts.

• Develop and manage a 30-60-90 day success plan to drive your pipeline growth.
• Own a rolling list of 100 named target accounts in your vertical and product focus.
• Lead sales activities using HubSpot including pipeline forecasting, campaign execution, and CRM admin.
• Work with internal teams to co-create joint campaigns and go-to-market strategies.
• Design and deliver marketing-led initiatives such as webinars, roundtables, and industry events.
• Build early-stage opportunities by engaging decision-makers and aligning solutions with key sector needs.
• Navigate public sector frameworks and governance, clearly positioning service differentiators.
• Become a subject matter expert in a chosen specialism (e.g. Cybersecurity, Cloud, Unified Comms etc).

Must have ILR or be UK or European Citizen with at least part settled status., + Proven success in new business sales, ideally within the IT, cloud, comms, or cybersecurity space.

• Strong knowledge of public sector frameworks (e.g. RM6116 NS3, RM6100 TS3, YPO, G-Cloud).
• Proficiency with tools like Sales Navigator, Cognism, and HubSpot.
• Experience creating and executing marketing campaigns and events aligned to technology offerings.
• Excellent bid writing skills, able to create persuasive proposals independently.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage complex sales cycles.
• Specialism in winning new business from any and all of these areas: NHS, Central Government, Police, Blue Light, Local Government.

Circa £60-90K depending on experience and seniority + Car + Uncapped Commission + Package, + Highly Competitive Basic and Commission Plan + Car + Package

• Remote-first working with flexible hybrid options.
• 25 days holiday, increasing annually to 28 days.
• Private medical insurance, discounted health plans, and virtual GP access.
• Comprehensive health & well being programme, supported by a dedicated internal well being team.
• Eye care support and an employee assistance programme.
• A progressive, high-performance culture that supports career development. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for creating new business opportunities and building long-term client relationships in the public sector, we'd love to hear from you.