Business Development Manager – Fire & Security

Location: Oxfordshire & surrounding areas
Basic Salary: £45,000–£55,000
OTE: £65,000–£75,000+
Commission: Uncapped

The Opportunity

I’m currently working with a leading UK provider of fire safety and security systems who are continuing to grow their presence across the UK.

As part of their expansion, they are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to join the business and head up a new sales team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sales professional with a background in the fire and security industry to take ownership of new business growth across Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas.

The focus of the role will be on generating new customers and revenue across both fire and security installation projects and ongoing service & maintenance contracts.

With a £45,000–£55,000 basic salary, uncapped commission and an OTE of £65,000–£75,000+, this is a role offering strong earning potential alongside genuine progression and leadership opportunities.

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Driving new business across Oxfordshire and surrounding areas.

• Identifying and developing new commercial opportunities within the fire and security market.

• Winning new installation projects and service & maintenance contracts.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers and prospective clients.

• Developing relationships with facilities managers, property managers, contractors, consultants and commercial clients.

• Managing the full sales process from initial prospecting through to contract award.

• Building and maintaining a healthy sales pipeline.

• Attending client meetings, site visits and networking events.

• Preparing proposals, tenders and commercial quotations.

• Working closely with internal operations and engineering teams to ensure a successful transition from sales to delivery.

• Identifying opportunities for recurring revenue through service and maintenance agreements.

• Helping to build, develop and ultimately lead a high-performing sales team.

• Contributing to the company's wider growth and commercial strategy.

About You

My client is looking for someone with a proven track record of winning new business within the fire and security industry.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous BDM / Business Development experience within fire, security or electronic security systems.

• A strong understanding of the fire and security installation and service market.

• A demonstrable track record of generating and winning new business.

• Strong commercial and relationship-building skills.

• An existing network within the industry would be highly advantageous.

• Experience selling B2B solutions into commercial, industrial, construction, facilities management or property sectors.

• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

• The ambition to take ownership of a new sales function and build a successful team.

• A proactive, target-driven approach with a genuine appetite for new business.

• A full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer?

• £45,000–£55,000 basic salary, depending on experience.

• Uncapped commission.

• £65,000–£75,000+ OTE.

• The opportunity to build and lead a new sales team.

• A genuine opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing UK business.

• Excellent career progression and scope for increased responsibility.

• The backing and reputation of an established leader within the fire safety and security sector.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Fire & Security BDM who is looking for a role where you can make your mark, build a team and be rewarded for the business you generate, I'd be keen to speak with you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.