Business Development Manager Access Control And Security

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager for the fire and security sector. The role involves promoting fire safety products, managing distributor relationships, and driving sales growth in the Midlands region. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of field sales experience, strong B2B skills, and knowledge of the industry. Competitive salary and benefits including a car allowance are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Health & wellbeing benefits

Ongoing training & development

Regular company events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in field or technical sales role, ideally in fire and security.
• Knowledge of fire and security products.
• Formal sales training and ability to apply consultative sales practices.

Responsibilities

• Promote fire and security products including access control and CCTV.
• Develop new business through distribution partners.
• Maintain relationships with existing distributors.

Skills

B2B sales

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

Business Development Manager - Access Control, Inter-comms, Fire & Security (Midlands 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

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.

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