About the role

  • Business Development Manager for Fire Detection Solutions in the UK & Ireland. Driving strategic growth and managing client relationships across the territory.

Responsibilities

  • Drive strategic growth and create demand from specification stage
  • Build long-term relationships with prestigious clients including end users, consultants, and contractors
  • Report to the Global Business Development Leader and collaborate with the local Fire Detection team
  • Identify new opportunities and define vertical markets
  • Deliver high-impact technical presentations and product demonstrations
  • Expand brand awareness and recommend tailored solutions for complex project requirements
  • Leverage technical expertise in Fire Detection systems to influence design and specification decisions
  • Maintain detailed records of opportunities and client interactions for accurate forecasting and strategic planning

Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in sales or business development within fire detection
  • Strong technical background in fire detection system design and product knowledge
  • Proven ability to secure product specifications and influence stakeholders
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and persuasion skills
  • Strategic mindset with experience in marketing and market research
  • High-level prospecting and stakeholder identification skills
  • Self-motivated individual contributor with proactive approach
  • Collaborative team player with integrity and ethical standards
  • Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland
  • Creative problem-solver with a results-driven attitude

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
  • Company car
  • 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays and sick pay
  • Private medical cover
  • 7% matched pension, life assurance, and employee assistance program
  • Discounts on high street brands and Johnson Controls security products
  • Cycle to work scheme and employee referral program
  • Extensive training and development opportunities
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment
  • Career progression across multiple pathways
  • Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy
  • Access to business resource groups and values-based training
  • IT equipment provided for all job functions

Job title

Business Development Manager

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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