We bring together science, engineering and technology to deliver smart solutions to our Government customers’ most complex problems – innovative, technically advanced and highly practical. For example, we deliver software applications for a wide range of missions in the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance domain. We provide critical projects to the Department of Defence and also support the IT environment for the Australian Taxation Office. We also maintain legislative websites for a number of Governments.

Your New Role

The Business Development Manager is responsible for business development for Leidos products and services in Australia, focusing on Australian Federal Government agencies, particularly Defence,  to identify, qualify and capture new business opportunities and collaborate with the business area for growth in the region. This is a role that will see you engaged across all parts of Leidos. Specific tasks include (are not limited to):

• Identify, qualify and capture new business opportunities for Leidos
• Execute the Company’s business capture management processes.
• Coordinate customer relationships critical to new business development including partnership development.
• Establish and maintain enduring, inclusive relationships and communication with key Defence stakeholders (Service Headquarters, Capability Acquisition & Sustainment Group, CIO Group, Joint Capabilities Group etc.) at appropriate levels to qualify and grow the Defence business.
• Contribute to Request for Tender responses.
• Provide input into current and long range business strategies to enhance the Company’s position in Australia

About You and What You'll Bring 

In addition to your outstanding stakeholder management skills, it is desirable that you will have either of the following skills and experience;

• An understanding of Defence/Military Operations
• An understanding of Service Headquarters, the Defence Capability Acquisition process and relevant acquisition agencies .
• A strong network within Defence ( either Army or Navy) is essential

You will have an excellent level of competency and knowledge of the functional areas with substantial hands-on experience within Defence or Defence Industry. You must be able to demonstrate your ability to collaborate and network with senior stakeholders and enjoy engaging with people. Good communications skills will be expected. This role will be well suited to someone who is passionate about contributing to the success of a company and Defence missions.

What you’ll love

At Leidos you’ll enjoy 12 weeks’ paid parental leave as a primary carer, flexible work practices, discounted health insurance, novated leasing and more. Foster your career through complete access to learning and development and mentoring opportunities, we have a strong track record of internal promotion and career transitions. Join a company who acknowledges “People First”. 

This role requires the successful applicant to hold a current NV1 Security Clearance.