Business Development Lead | Maritime & Shipping | £80,000 Bonus | Based Bristol (4 Days Office 1 Day Home) If you know the Commercial Shipping sector inside out — and you can open doors others can’t — this is your kind of role. A growing company with deep roots in Maritime is hiring a Business Development lead to take their offering to the next level. The focus? Building strategic relationships across Commercial Shipping, Ports, Logistics, and Marine Operators. This isn’t cold calling. It’s high-level strategic BD. You'll be shaping partnerships, spotting market opportunities, and helping the business land game-changing contracts. What You’ll Be Doing: * Driving growth across the UK and international Commercial Maritime sector. * Identifying and targeting key clients: shipping lines, port authorities, marine tech firms. * Leading on bids, proposals, and commercial negotiations. * Building the company’s brand presence at industry events and maritime forums. * Working closely with delivery and technical teams to align offer with market need. What You’ll Need: * Proven experience in BD or Sales within Commercial Maritime, Ports, or Marine Services. * Strong industry network — you’re already speaking with decision-makers. * Confident in bid strategy, deal structuring, and long-cycle consultative sales. * Able to work across the UK (some travel) with a Bristol base. * Comfortable blending autonomy with accountability — this is a leadership role. Why This Role Stands Out: * £80,000 base performance-based bonus. * Real influence in shaping how and where the business grows. * Join a high-trust, low-ego leadership team that gets results. * Flexible hybrid setup from a Bristol HQ. Curious? Let’s talk. We’re hiring for impact, not headcount — and this hire matters