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Business Development Manager - Audio Visual

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Greater London
3 weeks ago
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Business Development Manager - Audio Visual
London-Hybrid
£50,000 - £70,000 + Commission + Progression + Holiday + Training + Benefits


Excellent opportunity for an experienced Audio-Visual Business Development Manager to join a leading innovator in Smart Building Technology, offering autonomy, growth, and the chance to shape cutting-edge integrated AV solutions across the built environment.

This organisation has been at the forefront of technology innovation within the built environment for decades, delivering intelligent, sustainable, and fully integrated technology solutions that redefine what's possible in modern buildings. As experts in Smart Building Technology, they combine excellence, innovation, and trust to help clients and people alike flourish.

In this role, you will take ownership of your own portfolio - driving growth, developing new accounts, and delivering tailored Audio-Visual solutions across key sectors such as commercial real estate, life sciences, hospitality, and flexible workspace environments. You'll work closely with design, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure every project meets the highest standards of technical integrity and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in AV and Smart Building sales, with strong commercial and technical knowledge of platforms such as Crestron, Extron, Q-SYS, and AMX. You'll be comfortable leading client engagements from initial contact through to successful close - presenting complex AV systems with confidence, clarity, and commercial insight.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Business Development Manager seeking a pivotal role within a forward-thinking team, delivering intelligent AV solutions that enhance user experience and support the future of smart, connected environments.

The Role:

Lead AV business development across defined market sectors to achieve commercial growth targets Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, building a qualified and sustainable pipeline Act as a trusted advisor to clients, developing tailored AV and Smart Building solutions Collaborate with internal design, engineering, and delivery teams to ensure seamless project execution Represent the company at networking events and industry shows, strengthening market presence


The Person:

Proven success in AV and Smart Technology sales, with experience managing key client accounts Strong understanding of AV systems, IPTV, collaboration platforms (Zoom, Teams, Cisco), and control systems (Crestron, Q-SYS, AMX, etc.) Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a consultative and solutions-led approach Commercially astute, with the ability to identify, position, and close new business opportunities

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