Business Development Manager Access Control and Security

Applause IT Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales in the Northwest for security products. Candidates should have 2-3 years of sales experience and a strong B2B background, with a full UK driving license required. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and multiple employee benefits including health and wellbeing programs. If you're ready for your next challenge, apply today!

Benefits

Company car allowance

Health & wellbeing benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in field or technical sales, ideally in fire/security.
• Proven success in developing and growing B2B accounts.
• Strong market knowledge of fire and security.

Responsibilities

• Promote fire and security products in the Northwest region.
• Develop new business through distribution partners.
• Maintain relationships with distributors.
• Identify growth opportunities in the market.

Skills

B2B sales background

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Knowledge of fire and security products

Self-motivated

Education

Educated to GCSE level

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Development Manager - Access Control & Security (Northwest Region)

45,000 - 50,000 + Car or Car Allowance + Commission + Bonus + Bens

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for the security and fire sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join a global leader in integrated security solutions as a Business Development Manager, responsible for driving sales across the Northwest region.

To suit Candidate living near Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, Nottingham or Derby

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for the security and fire sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join a global leader in integrated security solutions as a Business Development Manager, responsible for driving sales across the Northwest region.

The Role

• Promote a full range of fire and security products including door entry, access control, CCTV, intruder detection, home automation, and fire safety systems.
• Develop new business through distribution partners, installers, and system integrators.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing distributors-providing regular contact, motivation, and product training.
• Identify opportunities to grow turnover in a region with an already strong market presence.
• Work autonomously, managing your own diary, pipeline, and sales strategy.
• Represent a brand recognised for quality products, outstanding service, and fast order-to-delivery performance.

About You

• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a field sales or technical sales role, ideally within the fire and security industry.
• Strong B2B sales background with proven success in developing and growing accounts.
• Knowledge of fire and security products and the wider market.
• Commercially aware with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Have undertaken formal sales training and able to apply best practices in a consultative sales approach.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to manage your workload independently.
• Full UK driving licence required.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary + commission/bonus scheme.
• Company car allowance or company vehicle.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Xmas shutdown.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Health & wellbeing benefits including 24/7 online GP, free eye tests, flu vaccines, and wellbeing portal.
• Ongoing training & development.
• Regular company events, charity initiatives, and recognition awards.
• Perkbox discounts and additional perks.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic chance to make a real impact in a growing territory, supported by a respected global brand and a strong UK presence. If you are looking for your next challenge in the fire and security industry, apply today!