Buisness Development Manager- Manned Guarding

7 hours ago

St Albans, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Nationwide Security Full time

Job Description:

Job Title: Business Development Manager – Manned Guarding

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire Office-based and field-based only – no remote working available

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Salary: Competitive basic salary (DOE) + Uncapped Commission

Benefits: Company Vehicle, Fuel Card, Mobile Phone, Laptop

Holiday: 20 Days + Bank Holidays

About the Role:

Are you a confident, results-driven sales professional with a proven track record in the manned guarding sector? Do you have the industry knowledge and drive to win new contracts across multiple security environments?

Nationwide Security is a leading UK provider of physical and electronic security services. We're looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to spearhead growth across a wide range of manned guarding services, including:

  • Corporate and commercial building security
  • Facilities Management (FM) guarding
  • Static and mobile security officers
  • Keyholding and alarm response
  • Retail security
  • Event and venue security
  • Gatehouse and access control security
  • Front-of-house, concierge, and reception security
  • Healthcare facility security (NHS & private sector)
  • Education sector security (schools, colleges, universities)
  • Construction site security

This is a pivotal role within the business, ideal for someone with a proven sales background in the security industry and a passion for building long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and convert new business opportunities across multiple sectors
  • Build a strong client pipeline through cold outreach, networking, and referrals
  • Develop tailored security solutions to meet client-specific needs
  • Present proposals and tenders with clarity and professionalism
  • Collaborate with operational teams to ensure contract delivery aligns with client expectations
  • Maintain accurate CRM records and report regularly on sales activity
  • Consistently achieve and exceed set sales targets

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in business development within the manned guarding, security services industry
  • Knowledge and sales experience across multiple sectors: construction, corporate, retail, FM, healthcare, and education
  • A demonstrable track record of securing new business and long-term contracts
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
  • Highly organised, self-motivated, and target-focused
  • Full UK driving licence is essential

Please note: This is a fully on-site and field-based role. You must be able to work from the office and travel to client sites as required. Remote work is not an option for this position.

If you are looking for a position that is work from home, please do not apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Application question(s):

  • How many years of sales experience do you have?
  • How many years of experience do you have in the security industry?
  • Work Location: In person

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