Campaign Director

Job Title:

Campaign Director - Capability Assurance, Training and Simulation

Location:

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Role Type:

Permanent Full Time

Location: Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Melbourne

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry.

Following a strategic redesign, we've sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it.

If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there's never been a better time to join us.

With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia's sovereign industrial capability for the future.

With change comes opportunity

Applications are now sought from seasoned business development professionals for a key role in our Australian Growth team. Reporting the Australia Sector Chief Growth Officer, as the successful applicant, you will lead, shape and implement the Capability Assurance Training and Simulation (CATS) campaign and in doing so:

Develop a campaign-aligned business winning strategy

Build 'go to market' approaches and compelling business propositions

Collaborate with the Chief Growth Officer to develop new capability

Manage senior level external and internal relationships

Improve profitability by delivering new and innovative commercial approaches

Lead cross functional and cross-business winning teams

Deliver 'order intake scenario' growth over the strategic planning horizon in collaboration with the Sector Growth function team

This role may be based in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra or Melbourne to suit you.

As our ideal applicant, you'll present with:

Experience in sales pipeline development, proposition development, sales pursuit and closure

Previous experience in a senior sales/account management role with an ability to apply sales concepts, tools and principles and influence customers

Previous track record of negotiating complex commercial contracts at a senior level both internally and externally

Expert knowledge of the campaign area, its current needs, issues and key trends/issues

Proven experience presenting to and engaging government (ie senior ministerial) and company boards

Strong leadership skills and a style that fosters cross-functional and cross-business collaboration

Self-motivation, results orientation and drive to succeed

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must hold Australian citizenship and be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Roz Byrne in the Talent Acquisition team ).

Applications close Friday 21st November, 2025.

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career. You'll share in the company's success, and be rewarded for your own. We'll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Flexible work

Purchased leave program & loyalty leave

Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave

Annual incentive scheme

Complimentary salary continuance insurance

Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back

Relaxed dress code

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people.

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.