Business Development Manager – Maintenance Sales (North)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00
Location: North of England (and Midlands)
Salary Range: £35,000 – £42,000 depending on experience, plus commission
Contract type: Permanent

Your next role

We are looking for a Business Development Manager (Maintenance Sales) to join a growing team. In this key role, you will be responsible for identifying and developing new maintenance sales opportunities with prospective end-user clients and selected FM providers. You’ll work within targeted vertical markets, building strong relationships, providing expert consultation, and driving growth in your assigned territory.

If you’re commercially driven, technically confident, and passionate about solution-based selling in the fire and security industry, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

What you will be doing

• Identify and develop new maintenance sales opportunities across assigned regions and accounts

• Build and maintain strong relationships with end users and FM contractors

• Create strategic sales plans and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities

• Understand customer needs, KPIs, and goals to deliver aligned, tailored solutions

• Conduct site surveys and prepare accurate, commercially viable maintenance proposals

• Respond to incoming enquiries and produce professional quotations using company tools

• Support marketing events and contribute to strategic campaigns and social media presence

• Maintain weekly plans, monthly forecasts, and accurate CRM and Outlook records

• Handle customer feedback professionally, ensuring high levels of service and follow-up

Who we are looking for

You’ll be a driven, consultative sales professional with strong relationship-building skills and a passion for customer success. Experience in the fire and security industry is preferred, but strong sales ability in a related sector will also be considered.

Skills & Attributes:

• Results-driven, resilient, and confident working independently and as part of a team

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• High attention to detail with strong written, verbal, and numerical skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems

Desirable Knowledge (training available if needed):

• Fire Detection, Alarm Systems, EVCS, PAVA, Suppression

• Access Control, CCTV, Intruder, and Security Systems

• Relevant British Standards

• Estimating, costing, budgeting, and commercial acumen

• Prior experience in sales, technical, or customer-facing roles in the industry

About the company

The organisation provides independent fire and security solutions to protect people, property, and the environment. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovation, the business is committed to delivering compliant, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible systems. Services include design, installation, maintenance, and ongoing support across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and government.