Business Development Manager Manned Guarding

Regional Sales Manager – Manned Guarding (South UK) Field-Based – Southern England (with access to a London office) Full-Time | Permanent £50,000 + Car/Allowance + Uncapped Commission Travis Talent are working in partnership with a growing Facilities Management and Security provider, looking to appoint a high-performing Regional Sales Manager to drive the expansion of their manned guarding and corporate security services across the South of the UK. This is a pure new business role, ideal for someone with a strong background in security sales who thrives on winning contracts, building pipelines, and operating with a high degree of autonomy. The Role You will be responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new manned guarding contracts across a range of sectors including corporate offices, logistics, retail, industrial sites, and public sector environments. This is a target-driven, hunter-led position where success is measured by your ability to open doors and close deals. Key Responsibilities * Generate new business opportunities within manned guarding and corporate security services * Proactively source leads through cold outreach, networking, and industry contacts * Engage with key decision-makers including Facilities Managers, Security Managers, and Procurement teams * Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to contract award * Conduct site visits and client meetings to understand operational requirements * Prepare and present tailored security solutions and proposals * Lead commercial negotiations to secure profitable, long-term contracts * Maintain and manage a strong sales pipeline using CRM systems * Attend industry events, exhibitions, and networking forums * Build long-term client relationships to drive repeat and referral business * Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth mobilisation of new contracts About You * Proven track record in B2B sales within manned guarding or security services * Strong new business development experience with a “hunter” mentality * Experience selling into multi-site or corporate environments * Good understanding of security operations and client requirements * Knowledge of tender processes and commercial negotiations * Highly self-motivated and able to work independently * Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders * Resilient, target-driven, and commercially aware What’s on Offer * Competitive basic salary (dependent on experience) * Uncapped commission structure * Company car or car allowance * Mobile phone, laptop, and CRM tools * High level of autonomy and trust * Genuine progression opportunities within a growing business * Opportunity to play a key role in expanding a security division