Business Development Manager

AWD online; Frogmore; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

Mobile Phone

Laptop

20 Days Annual Leave

Excellent Commission Structure

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

AWD online is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to lead growth in electronic security systems. Based in St Albans, you will drive sales initiatives, build relationships, and secure new clients across diverse sectors.

The position requires proven sales experience in the security industry and a comprehensive understanding of security solutions. The role promises a supportive environment that rewards achievements with an attractive commission structure and benefits including a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Business Development or Sales roles in the security industry.
• Strong knowledge of CCTV, access control, and intruder alarms.
• Demonstrable success in achieving sales targets and winning new business.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across various sectors.
• Manage the full sales process from prospecting to contract award.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Strategy

Client Relationship Management

Electronic Security Knowledge

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Proactive Approach

Job description

Business Development Manager

Drive growth, build relationships and make your mark in a sales‑led role promoting tailored CCTV, access control and intruder alarm solutions.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Sales Manager, Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Account Manager, Field Sales Executive, New Business Sales Executive, Technical Sales Manager, Sales Consultant, Client Relationship Manager, Sales Representative.

SALARY: £65,000 OTE (uncapped commission) (Includes a basic salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum) + Company Vehicle + Benefits.

LOCATION: St Albans, Hertfordshire (Office Based with Client Visits).

JOB TYPE: Full‑Time, Permanent.

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm.

Job Overview

The company offers a fantastic new opportunity for an ambitious and results‑driven Business Development Manager with experience in the electronic security industry and a proven track record in winning new business.

As Business Development Manager, you will identify and secure new business opportunities across domestic, commercial and industrial sectors, promoting a range of electronic security systems, including CCTV, access control and intruder alarm solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional who thrives on building long‑term client relationships, developing new opportunities and delivering tailored security solutions that meet each customer’s operational and security requirements.

You will manage the full sales process from proactive prospecting, networking and cold calling through to client meetings, site visits, proposals, quotations and contract award.

The company offers a supportive, ambitious and rewarding working environment where hard work and results are recognised and rewarded. You will work with industry‑leading technologies, develop strong client relationships and play a pivotal role in the continued growth of a respected UK security provider.

Duties

• Generate new business opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, referrals and cold calling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing customers.
• Conduct client meetings, site visits and security consultations to understand operational and security requirements.
• Prepare and deliver professional proposals and quotations for tailored security solutions.
• Manage the sales process from initial enquiry through to contract award.
• Achieve and exceed agreed sales targets and performance objectives.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date pipeline and accurately report on sales activity.
• Represent the company professionally at industry events and networking opportunities.
• Promote electronic security systems, including CCTV, access control and intruder alarm solutions.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience in a Business Development, Sales Executive or Account Management role within the security industry or a closely related sector.
• Strong knowledge of electronic security systems, particularly CCTV, access control and intruder alarms.
• Demonstrable success in winning new business and achieving sales targets.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills.
• Self‑motivated with a proactive and entrepreneurial approach.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Existing industry contacts and relationships.
• Experience presenting technical security solutions to commercial clients.
• Knowledge of security system design and specification.

Benefits

• Company Vehicle.
• Fuel Card.
• Mobile Phone.
• Laptop.
• 20 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Excellent Commission Structure.
• Career Development Opportunities.

How to Apply

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO‑P14964