Business Development Executive

Join a Global Leader in Pro‑Audio & Life‑Safety Technology

TOA is a worldwide pioneer in Voice Evacuation, Public Address, Intercom, and IP Audio solutions. As we continue to grow across the UK, we’re looking for a dynamic Business Development Executive (Projects) to help expand TOA’s presence, build strategic relationships, and shape the future of audio and life‑safety systems in the South of UK.

If you're driven, commercially sharp, and ready to make a tangible impact in a high‑growth sector — this is your opportunity.

As a Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in driving project‑based sales and growing TOA’s footprint across major Fire & Security distributors, integrators, audio specialists, M&E consultants, and end‑users.

Your mission:

✔Develop new business opportunities

✔Strengthen relationships with existing accounts

✔Position TOA as the solution of choice through technical expertise and market insight

This is a hands‑on, customer‑facing role ideal for someone who thrives on building partnerships, solving problems, and delivering high‑quality, profitable outcomes.

• Grow, manage, and develop an established portfolio of ~70 accounts while proactively sourcing high‑quality new customers.
• Build robust project pipelines and successfully specify TOA solutions with consultants and system designers.
• Interpret architectural drawings and tender documents to create winning proposals.
• Collaborate with technical colleagues to design tailored Commercial Audio, IP Audio and Voice Evacuation solutions.
• Deliver CPD presentations to M&E consultants and provide product training to Fire & Security integrators.
• Respond to enquiries via email, phone, and face‑to‑face meetings.
• Provide structured account support and coordinate with internal sales, marketing, and technical teams.
• Monitor market activity, competitor offerings, and customer needs to feed into product and strategy discussions.
• Attend regional, national, and international trade events to represent the TOA brand.
• Continue developing your technical and commercial skills through ongoing training.

We’re for someone who is:

• Self‑motivated, results‑oriented, and committed to delivering excellence.
• A strategic thinker who plans ahead and evaluates performance critically.
• Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, from engineers to senior executives.
• An empathetic, confident communicator able to build trust and rapport.
• A team‑player who enjoys working cross‑functionally and supporting a shared mission.

• Understands cost‑effectiveness, market positioning, and solution‑based selling.
  
  Appreciates the importance of consistent branding and modern marketing, including social media. Experience & Skills
  • Proven success in managing major accounts and developing new business.
  • Experience in the Fire & Security market is highly desirable.
  • Comfortable interpreting tender specifications and technical documentation.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word; Access a bonus).
  • Strong grasp of basic business finance (margin, cash flow, terms, etc.).
  • Flexible to travel throughout the UK for customer visits and industry events.
  Why Join TOA?

  This role is a chance to join a respected global brand with over 90 years of innovation behind it — and a forward‑looking strategy ahead.
  
  TOA is a global leader in commercial audio, voice evacuation, and now leading the development of IP audio.
  
  We will be celebrating our 50 th anniversary in the UK in 2027.

  We offer:
  • Competitive basic salary + twice‑yearly bonus scheme
  • iPhone & Mac Book
  • 28 days annual leave
  • Company pension scheme (after 3 months)
  • A supportive and collaborative team culture
  • Industry‑leading training and development opportunities
  • The chance to represent a premium brand in a growing technical sector