Business Development Manager

SER (Staffing) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Laptop provided

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Company credit card for expenses

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Commission structure

Job summary

SER (Staffing) Limited is recruiting a Business Development Manager for London, with flexibility for M4 corridor. You will generate new revenue, open doors with new clients, and build a strong pipeline across multiple verticals.

The role requires a proven track record in business development or sales, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and willingness to travel around London and the M25. Competitive salary, commission, car allowance and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a business development or sales role, ideally within security systems or related field.
• Experience generating new revenue and building a sales pipeline across multiple verticals.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and generate revenue across London and the M25 area.
• Target multiple verticals including education, storage/warehouses, NHS, and more.
• Build and maintain relationships with new clients and key decision-makers.
• Develop a robust pipeline and manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to close.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Represent the business professionally in the field.
• Contribute to the growth of a small, integrated, family‑like business.

Skills

Business development

Sales experience

Client relationships

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Business Development Manager

Location: London / M25 (with flexibility for M4 corridor)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum DOE + Commission + Benefits

Benefits

• Car allowance
• Laptop provided
• Private health insurance
• Pension scheme
• Company credit card for expenses
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Commission structure to be agreed with the successful candidate

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and trusted provider of integrated security and fire systems, with over 25 years' experience in the field. Based in Essex and covering London and the M25 suburbs, they specialise in access control, CCTV, intruder alarms, fire alarms, and entrance controls. With a strong reputation for quality and reliability, they are dedicated to delivering personalised, end-to-end service - from design through to installation and aftercare. A large percentage of their work comes from word-of-mouth and repeat business, and they pride themselves on being a small, integrated, family-like business with long-term people.

About the Role

An excellent opportunity exists for a proactive and proven Business Development Manager to join this growing business. This role is predominantly focused on generating new revenue and helping the business grow to the next phase. You will be responsible for opening doors with new clients across multiple verticals, building a strong pipeline, and turning opportunities into long-term business.

The client is looking for someone with proven experience - not just a smooth talker, but someone who can deliver results and grow the business. They want to see CVs in depth before progressing, so please ensure your experience speaks for itself.

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Drive new business development and generate new revenue across London and the M25 area.
• Target multiple verticals including education, storage/warehouses, NHS, and more.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new clients and key decision-makers.
• Develop a robust pipeline and manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to close.
• Work closely with the internal team to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Represent the business professionally in the field.
• Contribute to the growth and success of a small, integrated, family-like business.

Requirements

• Proven track record in a Business Development Manager or sales role, ideally within the fire and security sectors.
• Experience selling fire systems is preferred; security experience is also acceptable.
• Demonstrable ability in new business development.
• Strong understanding of the London and M25 market.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, organised, and driven to meet and exceed targets.
• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel across London, the M25, and potentially the M4 corridor.

Desirable

• Experience in education, storage/warehouses, or NHS sectors.
• Established network of contacts in the region.

Targets

• First 6 months: £200,000.
• 12 months: £500,000 - £600,000.

Why Join?

• Established Business: Join a company with over 25 years' experience and a strong reputation for quality.
• Autonomy: Take ownership of your territory and drive growth your way.
• Support: Work within a small, integrated, family-like team with long-term people.
• Growth: Be part of a business looking to expand and grow to the next phase.
• Reward: Competitive salary with commission structure to be agreed, plus car allowance and benefits.