VP Sales

About This Opportunity

Our talent team is representing a confidential aerospace technology client in the Reading area who is developing next-generation satellite systems. We are seeking a VP Sales to lead high-value business development with government and major sector customers.

This is a senior, hands-on role for a proven sales leader who closes transformational contracts personally. You will own the full commercial cycle with strategic accounts and represent the organization at the executive level.

Responsibilities

• Win and close high-value contracts with government agencies and large aerospace organizations through the complete sales cycle
• Own sourcing, qualification, proposal development, negotiation, and deal closure across strategic opportunities
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with government decision-makers, prime contractors, and major operators
• Shape and execute commercial strategy for government and enterprise customer segments
• Serve as the senior external face of the organization at customer meetings, government engagements, and industry events
• Partner closely with engineering and delivery teams to scope commercially sound, deliverable solutions
• Manage pipeline forecasting and deal status reporting to leadership
• Build and scale the sales function as the business grows

What We're Looking For

• Direct, hands-on experience selling satellite systems through the full sales process (required)
• Current, up-to-date knowledge of the satellite customer landscape and competitive environment
• Proven track record of winning significant contracts (single-digit million £ range or higher) with large space organizations and government customers
• Minimum 10 years in space industry sales; realistically 15-20+ years of relevant experience
• Majority of career spent in the space sector, demonstrating sustained focus and expertise
• Strong, established professional network across government, prime contractors, and major operators built through years of direct sector engagement
• Senior executive presence and ability to represent the organization at the highest levels
• Relationship-led approach with demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strategic partnerships
• Location: Reading area (London region), hybrid work arrangement with remote flexibility

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and confirm fit with the role requirements. Qualified candidates are then submitted to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client organization directly, as all communication is managed through our team to ensure a smooth process.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience level and the client's total package, which includes equity participation.

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