IT Security Business Development Manager
5 hours ago
£55000–£75000 yearly
Full-time
Guildford
About Us We are a premier Application and Service Integrator founded in 2017, headquartered in London. Operating across the IT, Cloud, and Telecommunications domains, our mission is to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions that ensure the high availability of business-critical operations across European markets. As part of our strategic growth plan, we are expanding into the IT Security domain and are seeking a visionary individual to lead this initiative, with a particular focus on the UK and Turkish markets. The Role This is a senior, strategic founding role within our newly established IT Security Division. As IT Security Business Development Manager, you will have end-to-end ownership of building our IT Security portfolio from the ground up — identifying and securing relationships with top-tier vendors, developing channel partnerships, and driving revenue growth across two of our most important commercial markets. This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially driven professional to shape the direction of a fast-growing, pan-European technology integrator at a pivotal moment in its development. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Market Development • Define and execute a comprehensive business development strategy for the IT Security division across the UK and Turkey., • Conduct market analysis to identify commercial opportunities, competitive positioning, and emerging technology trends within the IT Security landscape., • Identify, evaluate, and onboard leading IT Security vendors and manufacturers to build a best-in-class product portfolio., • Negotiate and manage commercial agreements, reseller arrangements, and partnership frameworks with vendors and channel partners., • Maintain and develop long-term strategic relationships with key stakeholders across the vendor and partner ecosystem. Portfolio Development • Continuously assess the market to identify emerging technologies and solutions that align with client needs and company strategy., • Work cross-functionally with technical and pre-sales teams to ensure the portfolio is commercially viable and technically credible. Cross-Border Commercial Leadership • Serve as the primary commercial bridge between our London headquarters and the Turkish market, ensuring a coherent and consistent commercial approach across both territories., • Travel regularly between the UK and Turkey to build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and partners. About You Essential Requirements • Education: A university degree in an Engineering discipline, such as Computer Science, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related field., • Experience: A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Business Development or Account Management, with a consistent focus on the IT Security industry., • Industry Knowledge: Demonstrable experience working with both vendors/manufacturers and channel or business partners within the IT Security ecosystem., • Languages: Full professional fluency in both English and Turkish is essential for this role., • Network: A well-established portfolio of industry connections and vendor relationships within the IT Security space, with a demonstrable track record of leveraging these to drive commercial outcomes., • Mobility: Willingness and ability to travel frequently between the UK and Turkey as required by the role. Desirable • Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or similar., • Existing relationships with recognised IT Security vendors such as Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, CrowdStrike, or comparable manufacturers., • Prior experience working within a technology integrator, VAR, or distributor environment. What We Offer • A genuinely strategic, high-impact founding role with significant autonomy and direct influence over company direction., • Competitive base salary of £55,000 – £75,000, commensurate with experience., • A high-performance commission structure with uncapped earning potential., • Hybrid working arrangement based out of our London headquarters., • A flat organisational structure with direct access to senior leadership., • The opportunity to help shape the IT Security strategy of a growing pan-European technology company. How to Apply Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience within the IT Security market, your knowledge of the UK and Turkish landscapes, and your vision for how you would approach this role.
