Business Development Manager - Fire & Security

Business Development Manager - Fire & Security

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Field Based role, driving license required:
Company car provided

When you join the JLA family, you'll also gain access to an extensive benefits package.

We care about our people and take your well-being seriously, which is why we offer a range of supportive tools for health and wellbeing, financial guidance, and legal advice. Our Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Wellness and Lifestyle App plus a dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders are there to support you through life's challenges. We also offer up to 8 counseling sessions, which can be in-person or remote, providing you with the support and flexibility to suit your own personal needs.

You can reach any fitness goals with our free onsite gym at head office along with a range of other gym membership discounts available.

To offer financial support, we not only provide life assurance coverage, company sick pay, and a company pension scheme, we offer a range of added benefits such as free office parking, eye care vouchers, a cycle-to-work scheme, and exclusive discounts through our staff benefits hub.

We really pride ourselves in offering a healthy work-life balance and believe it is important to have time away to recharge which is why we provide 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working options, and enhanced family leave policies.

We are a company that appreciates you and invests in your success and even have a Colleague Recognition Scheme to celebrate your achievements. We're dedicated to your growth, offering support in career development and training. We value your referrals, and through our Refer a Friend scheme, you can earn up to £1,000 in bonus rewards!

JLA is a mission critical infrastructure solutions business offering services covering Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire & Security, Electrical, Infection Control and Air Conditioning.

The company offers an end-to-end, on premise, machine supply and breakdown service proposition under the name Total Care, and additional products and services. JLA is driven by a world class Sales & Marketing engine, owns and maintains all assets, and has an efficient on-site operations team working with daily with customers.

Reporting to the Sales Director, you will be responsible for increasing business by developing and closing sales opportunities and discovering new streams of interest. New business will be generated through attending self-generated appointments.

• Responsible for delivering against clear set goals and targets.
• Responsible for researching prospective accounts in targeted markets, pursuing leads, and following through to a successful agreement.
• Managing large complex deals to multisite and larger organisations, whilst providing a consultative approach in dealing with client requirements.
• Understanding target markets, including industry, company, project, company contacts and which market strategies can be used to attract clients.
• Collaborating with the Sales Director and National Account Managers to plan and execute strategic account plans to protect and grow our revenue.
• Developing and delivering presentations to secure new business.
• Dealing with senior group decision makers, procurement teams and tender processes.
• Maintaining relationships with current clients and identify new prospects - identify opportunities for cross-selling across JLA verticals.
• Following the latest industry developments and staying up to date on corporate competitors.
• To determine the pricing structure for the client, in line with JLA pricing strategy, obtaining…