Head of Operations and Business Development

 

Mission: The Head of Operations and Business Development will serve as a key leader in driving the company's growth in the UK and European space programmes. This role encompasses the dual responsibility of spearheading business development initiatives while also overseeing key operational aspects of the company, including staffing, HR, finance, and overall office management. The ideal candidate will excel in building and nurturing relationships, managing complex projects, and thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Business Development:

• Identify, develop, and maintain strategic relationships with institutional and commercial clients in the UK and Europe.
• Create and execute winning strategies for proposals and contracts.
• Drive revenue growth and support the diversification of the customer base.
• Coordinate with finance to manage and update the sales pipeline

Operational Management:

• Oversee the operational infrastructure of the UK office, including HR, finance, and general administration.
• Manage staffing needs, including hiring and developing the team.
• Ensure alignment of operational activities with overall company goals and strategy.
• Maintain budget control and financial oversight of UK operations.

Programme Management:

• Ensure oversight of deliverables for UK and European programmes such that projects are on schedule and meet customer expectations.
• Manage internal progress and execution against deliverables.

 

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in programme management and business development, preferably in the space or related industries.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging effectively across teams and with external partners.
• Ability to operate autonomously and proactively in a startup environment.
• Experience in managing large projects ($1m or greater) with a focus on results and efficiency.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.

 

 

Core Competencies:

• Expansive Mindset: Ability to identify opportunities and create win/win scenarios for the company and its clients.
• Strong Communication: Effective at articulating concepts and influencing internal and external stakeholders.
• Autonomous: Skilled in creating processes to streamline operations and reduce ambiguity.
• People First: Commitment to nurturing and growing a strong team aligned with the company's culture and values.

 

If you feel you would succeed in the role above, we encourage you to apply regardless of whether or not you meet all of the requirements listed.

 

SALARY

The estimated salary range for this position is £80,000-£100,000, depending on experience.

 

LOCATION AND BENEFITS

The UK Orbit Fab office is based at Harwell Campus, the UK’s preeminent gateway to the space industry, and only a short drive from Oxford with convenient access to London.

Our benefits package includes:

• Highly competitive salary
• Education Allowance – £2.5k annual
• Private Healthcare – up to £2k annual
• Stock options – TBC
• Competitive pension scheme

ELIGIBILITY

Candidate must have right to work in the UK.

Orbit Fab Inc does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.