BDM (Security) - #1708108

Business Development Manager - Security

Location: Ideally Birmingham (but flexible – nationwide travel required)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Uncapped Bonus + Car/Car Allowance + Benefits (Phone & Laptop provided)

Are you a driven and results-oriented Business Development Manager with a passion for security solutions? Do you thrive in a hunter-style sales role, building relationships and securing new business from the ground up? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join our client—a growing security firm at a pivotal time as they establish a dedicated sales function.

About the Role:

Our client is committed to delivering exceptional security services through a systematic and innovative approach. With a focus on quality and efficiency, they are now looking to expand their reach by bringing in a dynamic BDM to lead their new business drive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Focus exclusively on new business development within the security sector.
• Develop and implement a strategic sales plan to target high-value clients.
• Work closely with senior leadership to establish and grow the sales division.
• Primarily sell manned guarding services, while also offering mobile security towers.
• Leverage support from internal tele-sales to maximise lead generation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring smooth contract transitions.
• Monitor market activity, trends, and competitor movements to identify new opportunities.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proven track record in a Business Development Manager role within the security or construction industry, ideally in guarding or tech-based solutions.
• A hunter mentality – proactive, self-motivated, and driven by results.
• A strong existing network in the security space, with the ability to bring in immediate business.
• Confidence to work independently and set up a sales function from the ground up.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Preferably based near West Bromwich, but open to candidates across the UK.

What’s on Offer:

• Base salary of £40,000 - £45,000 with uncapped bonus potential.
• Company car or car allowance, plus full work toolkit (phone and laptop).
• A genuine opportunity to shape, lead, and grow a new sales function.
• Long-term career growth as the company scales nationally.