Audio Visual Business Development Manager

Alecto Recruitment; Ringway; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Audio Visual Business Development Manager to drive growth in the AV market from their Manchester base. This role will focus on building new business, maintaining client relationships, and strategic development within corporate and education sectors. Offering a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 per annum plus bonus, the position includes opportunities for travel, with a flexible working environment and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Performance-linked commission or bonus structure

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension and training opportunities

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, sales management, or commercial roles.
• Experience within the AV, IT, tech integration, or related sectors.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the AV industry.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, driving revenue growth.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and tender responses.
• Maintain and grow key client relationships.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure recommended solutions meet client needs.
• Negotiate commercial terms and contribute to contract development.
• Monitor market trends and customer feedback.

Skills

Business development

Sales management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Commercial acumen

Job description

Audio Visual Business Development Manager

Commercial / Business Development Manager (AV)

Location: Manchester, UK
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum + bonus/OTE (depending on experience)
Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday-Friday (occasional travel and flexible hours required)

About the Role

We're recruiting an experienced Commercial / Business Development Manager (AV) to lead growth initiatives across the AV market from our Manchester base. You'll be responsible for driving new business, building strong commercial relationships, and helping shape strategic sales plans to expand our presence in corporate, education, and event‑focused sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the AV industry.
• Build and manage a strong sales pipeline, driving revenue growth.
• Prepare proposals, quotations, and tender responses.
• Maintain and grow key client relationships, acting as the primary commercial contact.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure recommended solutions meet client needs.
• Negotiate commercial terms and contribute to contract development.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer feedback to influence strategy.

Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in business development, sales management, or commercial roles.
• Experience within the AV, IT, tech integration, or related sectors.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Confident working independently and driving initiatives to close deals.
• Strong commercial acumen and customer‑focused mindset.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum + bonus/OTE (depending on experience).
• Performance‑linked commission or bonus structure.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension, training and development opportunities.
• Hybrid working options and flexible approach.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to or you can call on (phone number removed)