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Account Director

Posted: 16/01/26
Recruiter:Apex Resources Ltd
Reference:3059985127
Type:Permanent
Disciplines: Chief Technical Officer
Salary:£70,000 - £100,000 Annual
Location:Andover, Hampshire
Description:

Apex Resources Limited Tech Division are on the lookout for the below;

As Account Director for the Defence sector, you ll take ownership of high-value relationships within the UK MOD and associated agencies, driving growth through consultative solution selling and strategic account leadership. This is a field-based role with significant autonomy and national travel.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver the sales strategy for MOD and defence clients, identifying and closing major business opportunities.
  • Build senior-level relationships across MOD, military, and partner ecosystems.
  • Develop go-to-market plans aligned with new product and solution launches.
  • Navigate complex procurement frameworks and contracting environments to shape winning bids.
  • Drive collaboration across internal technical, marketing and delivery teams to ensure long-term client success.
  • Maintain market intelligence on defence priorities, capability programmes and budget shifts.
  • Mentor and coach wider account and sales teams to enhance capability and consistency across the business.

About You

We re looking for a confident, relationship-driven leader with deep knowledge of the UK defence sector and commercial awareness to match. You ll bring:

  • Proven experience managing MOD, defence, or government accounts.
  • Strategic thinking and strong financial acumen, with a record of sales growth and P&L delivery.
  • Understanding of government procurement models and buying cycles.
  • The credibility to influence senior military leaders (OF5 4 level) and shape long-term partnerships.
  • A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to deliver results in complex environments.
  • Eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.

What You ll Get

  • £70,000 - 80,000 base with a performance bonus which can rise to a 50% comms package
  • Two weeks additional pay each year (as a holiday bonus).
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Defined contribution pension plan and private medical cover.
  • Employee stock purchase options.
  • Life assurance, enhanced family leave and flexible working options.
  • Learning and career development pathways.

For more info please reach out to Chris at Apex Resources on (phone number removed)

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