Business Development Manager - REMOTE

LJ Recruitment; Greater London; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working

Job summary

LJ Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK security technology specialist to recruit a commercially driven Business Development Manager. You will identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across your territory, owning the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals.

We are looking for a proactive sales professional who thrives on opening doors, building relationships with senior decision-makers, and delivering tailored security solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B business development, new business sales or account management.
• Track record of generating leads, developing opportunities and closing deals.
• Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Structured approach to sales, pipeline management and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Generating new business through proactive prospecting, networking and lead development.
• Building relationships with key decision-makers and senior stakeholders.
• Managing the full sales cycle from initial contact to negotiation and closing.
• Developing and maintaining a healthy sales pipeline.

Skills

B2B sales

New business

Account management

Negotiation

Pipeline management

Forecasting

Remote work

Security tech domain

Job description

Business Development Manager

Ready to win new business and maximise your earning potential?

Are you an ambitious Business Development Manager with a proven track record in B2B sales and a passion for winning new business?

We're working with a leading UK security technology specialist to recruit a commercially driven Business Development Manager to support its continued growth.

The business delivers innovative security and lone worker solutions to organisations across a wide range of sectors, helping protect people, assets, and reputations through technology-led services and tailored customer solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive sales professional who enjoys opening doors, building relationships with senior decision-makers, and managing the full sales cycle from initial prospecting through to closing deals.

What's on offer?

• £45,000 basic salary


• Car allowance


• Uncapped commission, with approximately £20,000 additional earnings at target


• Remote working

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities across your territory.

You’ll take ownership of the sales process, building relationships with prospective customers, understanding their requirements, and working with internal specialists to deliver tailored security solutions.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Generating new business through proactive prospecting, networking, and lead development.


• Building relationships with key decision-makers and senior stakeholders.


• Managing the full sales cycle, from initial contact to negotiation and contract closure.


• Developing and maintaining a healthy sales pipeline.


• Preparing proposals, presentations, and tailored commercial solutions.


• Negotiating commercial terms and securing profitable new business.


• Maintaining accurate CRM records, sales forecasts, and pipeline reporting.


• Working collaboratively with technical and operational teams to meet customer needs.


• Achieving and exceeding agreed sales and revenue targets.

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in B2B business development, new business sales, or account management.


• A track record of generating leads, developing opportunities, and closing deals.


• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills.


• A structured approach to sales, pipeline management, and forecasting.


• The motivation and organisation to work independently in a remote role.


• A commercial mindset and a drive to achieve and exceed targets.


• Experience in security technology, integrated security systems, lone worker solutions, IT, or technology‑led services would be advantageous, but is not essential.


• A strong B2B sales track record and the right commercial attitude are what matter most.

Location preference: Candidates based south of Milton Keynes are preferred, reflecting the organisation's existing regional sales structure.