Business Development Director (Middle East)

Business Development Director (Middle East)

• Business Development Director (Middle East)

The Role Join Draken Europe as Director of Sales & Business Development - Middle East

Location: Middle East (with travel across MENA)
Reports to: Chief Growth Officer

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for aviation and defence? Do you thrive in high-stakes environments where innovation, trust, and performance drive success?

Draken Europe is seeking a dynamic Director of Sales and Business Development to lead our growth across the Middle East. This pivotal role involves shaping and executing regional strategy, capturing high-value opportunities, and building lasting relationships with government, military, and para-public clients.

This role requires up to 12 weeks in the UK for training and induction.

What You'll Do

• Lead business development efforts for opportunities up to £20M across the MENA region.
• Develop and implement customer engagement strategies and winning proposals.
• Drive contract renewals and identify new revenue streams within our portfolio.
• Represent Draken at key defence and aviation events and air shows.
• Collaborate with global teams to deliver innovative, mission-critical solutions.

What You Bring

• A proven track record in sales and business development within the aviation or defence sectors.
• Deep understanding of government and military procurement processes in the Middle East.
• Previous UK military experience is an advantage.
• Exceptional communication, proposal writing, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A collaborative leadership style that fosters inclusion, performance, and innovation.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the MENA region.
• Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
• Ability to pass basic UK MOD Security clearances.

Why Choose Draken Europe?

At Draken, we support missions-enabling them through advanced aviation services and mission-critical defence solutions. Join a team at the forefront of capability and trust, shaping the future of air power and defence in one of the world's most dynamic regions.

Ready to Lead the Mission?

Apply now and become part of a company redefining the future of defence aviation.

About Us

We offer adversarial support, electronic attack, and customised rotary-wing training, utilizing our advanced fleet, cutting-edge hardware, and experienced instructors to support your mission.

Our services span the UK, US, and NATO countries, ensuring our allies can maneuver effectively and prevail.