Sales Director - Security

New Ventures Recruitment; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Strategic Sales Director for a national field-based role in the security sector. This position involves developing sales strategies, managing a high-performing team, and driving business growth. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of senior sales experience, strong negotiation skills, and expertise in client relationship management. A competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000 is offered, along with commission and benefits.

Benefits

Company car

Commission structure

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years senior sales experience in physical security.
• Proven track record of delivering sales growth.
• Commercial and negotiation skills, experience in pricing.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales strategy and execution.
• Self-generate business opportunities and manage bids.
• Inspire and manage a high-performing sales team.

Skills

Sales growth strategy

Team leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Job description

Strategic Sales Director Security

Location: National (Field Based)
Salary: £75 -£85k + Excellent Commission + Benefits + Car(salary negotiable)

Are you a high-energy, results-driven sales leader with deep experience in people-based security solutions? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of sales strategy and execution, drive ambitious growth plans, and make a measurable impact in a fast-paced, service-led environment. This role will report directly to the board.

The Role

As Strategic Sales Director, you will:

• Lead the development and execution of sales strategies that deliver year-on-year growth.

• Self-generate high-quality opportunities, lead bids, and win new business.

• Manage and inspire a high-performing sales team, using KPIs and metrics to drive results.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships at a senior level, ensuring delivery on every promise.

• Collaborate with operational teams to ensure a seamless handover from sales to service delivery.

• Analyse competitor and market trends to refine commercial strategy.

• Champion customer-first strategies, engagement, and retention initiatives.

About You

We re looking for a proven sales leader who can demonstrate:

• A minimum of 5 years senior sales experience within the physical security personnel space.

• A strong track record of delivering sales growth through strategy, bids, and team leadership.

• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and analytical skills, with experience in pricing and margin control.

• Confidence in presenting, influencing, and leading at an executive level.

• Experience in developing and managing high-performing sales teams.

• A results-focused mindset, able to hit and exceed challenging sales targets.

• Full UK driving licence, with the flexibility to travel nationally.

• Ability to pass a full 5-year background check (employment history, references, credit, and right to work).

What’s on Offer

This is a pivotal role within a growing organisation, offering the chance to shape the next phase of expansion and deliver real commercial impact. In return, you’ll receive a competitive package and the opportunity to be part of a business that values ambition, accountability, and customer excellence.

Salary is £75,000 - £85,000 basic (Negotiable) + commission structure and company car

Excellent Benefits

New Ventures Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy