Business Development Manager (Sales Accounts & Key Services)

Perolli Lock & Key Solutions LTD; England; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing locksmith services company is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales growth and manage client accounts. This senior role requires proven business development experience and strong negotiation skills. The successful candidate will also support operational activities and team leadership. Working primarily in the UK, familiarity with locksmithing or automotive key programming is beneficial. Competitive salary and opportunities for career development offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Key role in a growing business

International partnership exposure

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales or account management.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Experience leading, training or mentoring teams is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of locksmithing or automotive key programming is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across various markets.
• Manage and grow existing client accounts.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing and service agreements.
• Support operational activities like key cutting and team training.
• Provide performance insights and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Business development

Sales management

Negotiation skills

Team leadership

Commercial awareness

Job description

Location

Guildford, Surrey (Operational coverage across Surrey, London and surrounding areas including Reading, Crawley, Watford, Southampton and Portsmouth)

Salary

£41,700 – £55,200 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours

Full time – 37.5 to 40 hours per week

Permanent

Advert dates

Date posted: 15 December 2025

Closing date: 14 January 2026 (Applications may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.)

About the role

Perolli Lock and Key Solutions LTD is a growing locksmith and automotive key services company based in Guildford, Surrey. Due to continued business growth and expanding partnerships across residential, commercial and automotive sectors, we are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to lead sales growth and manage key client accounts. This is a senior commercial role with responsibility for developing new business opportunities, managing strategic accounts, and supporting the leadership team in expanding the company’s market presence. While the role is primarily commercial, it also includes limited operational involvement to support client demonstrations and team leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Business development and sales
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities across residential, commercial and automotive markets
  • Manage and grow existing client accounts, including fleet operators, rental companies, and commercial partners
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing and service agreements with clients and partners
  • Develop and implement sales strategies to increase revenue and market share
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers and partners
• Operational and team leadership support
  • Occasionally support operational activities such as key cutting, vehicle key programming and direct product sales as part of client demonstrations or commercial support
  • Lead, supervise and train the locksmith team and apprenticeship team, supporting skills development and service quality
  • Work closely with operational staff to ensure sales activity aligns with service delivery and customer expectations
• General management
  • Provide regular performance and market insight reports to senior management
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety requirements and industry standards

Skills and experience

• Proven experience in business development, sales or account management
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Experience leading, training or mentoring teams is highly desirable
• Knowledge of locksmithing or automotive key programming is an advantage but not essential
• Willingness to travel within the operational area as required

Language skills (desirable, not essential)

• Turkish
• Albanian
• Serbian
• Bosnian
• Macedonian
• English fluency is essential

Travel requirements

The role requires regular domestic travel across the UK and occasional international travel to meet suppliers, manufacturers and commercial partners. Flexibility to travel at short notice is required. Due to collaborations with international partners in Europe, Turkey and the Balkan region, candidates who already have visa‑free access to these regions would be at an advantage. This is desirable but not essential.

Why join us

• Competitive salary aligned with senior commercial responsibilities
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing, family‑run business
• Exposure to international partnerships and advanced automotive security solutions
• Long‑term career development and leadership opportunities

How to apply

Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.