At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial growth strategies and identify new business opportunities in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Dardan, a people-focused security company committed to innovation and ethical practices.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, unlimited training, 25 days holiday, and employee wellbeing support.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at our core; we celebrate unique ideas and foster collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a trusted partner in security solutions and make a real impact on business growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in B2B sales, CRM platforms, and strategic relationship management.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
About us
Dardan have a wealth of experience in delivering smart security solutions that go beyond safeguarding buildings, property, and staff. We combine the best in technology, mobile services, physical guarding, and consultancy.
Our mission
Be ethical, be authentic, be agile and be smart. We do our best and then do a little bit more, every time.
Our Vision
To be a trusted partner for Security solutions through intelligence, innovation, and influence.
Reward and Benefits
- Unlimited training and opportunities to progress
- £65,000 to £70,000 per annum, dependant on experience
- 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
- 25 days paid holiday, plus bank holiday
- Recognition rewards
- Access to a 24/7 employee wellbeing support line
- Virtual GP Service
- Earn an extra bonus through recommend a Friend Scheme, no limits
The Opportunity
We are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Head of Commercial Growth responsible for identifying new business opportunities using data mining and market intelligence, supporting targeted marketing campaigns, generating qualified leads, and providing bid support to maximise conversion opportunities. Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, you will create and execute a commercial growth strategy that drives new business acquisition, enhances customer retention, and maximises revenue opportunities. This role will be based primarily in an office environment.
Your duties include (but are not limited to):
- Identify and capitalise on new market opportunities, supporting diversification and long-term revenue growth.
- Own and continuously enhance Dardan's commercial operating model, embedding scalable sales processes and best practice across the function.
- Develop and implement structured lead management, qualification and nurturing processes to maximise conversion and customer acquisition.
- Provide strategic leadership and commercial oversight to ensure all marketing activity supports business growth, strengthens brand positioning and delivers measurable commercial outcomes.
- Oversee Dardan's brand positioning, thought leadership, digital presence, sales collateral and customer success stories to strengthen market differentiation.
- Provide strategic oversight of Dardan's corporate events programme, ensuring conferences, exhibitions, networking events and hospitality activities support business development, strengthen client relationships and enhance brand visibility.
Full in-house training will be provided.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Strong understanding of complex B2B sales methodologies, account management and business development
- Ability to translate commercial strategy into measurable business outcomes
- Advanced knowledge of CRM platforms, preferably HubSpot, and application to sales management, reporting and forecasting
- Ability to maximise commercial opportunities through networking, events and strategic relationship management
- Excellent knowledge of sales governance, pipeline management, forecasting and commercial performance management
- Right to work in the UK and a five-year checkable history
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Degree in Business, Sales, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial leadership experience
- Candidates from progressive B2B sectors with experience of modern sales methodologies, digital marketing, CRM-led selling and data-driven commercial operations are encouraged to apply
We are Dardan
Dardan is a people focused, privately owned specialist security company. We choose our employees carefully and value them greatly. We know that our people are our greatest asset and as such we invest in their development. A career with us means joining an ACS Pacesetter & a company listed on Infologue’s “One to Watch”.
Diversity, Inclusion and Equality
At Dardan, we are committed to building a workforce of talented, intuitive, and ethical professionals. We do this through attracting and retaining a diverse group of people and encourage an inclusive environment for us and our clients. We hire the best people available and have a continuously evolving culture where everybody is celebrated and respected, which we believe is critical for fostering innovation and collaboration. We recognise the strength in growing a workforce that encourages different ideas in line with our shared values.
Head of Commercial Growth - London employer: Dardan Security Ltd
As a Security Operations Centre Operator in Cambridge, you will join a dynamic and supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional security services. The company prioritises employee growth with unlimited training opportunities, competitive pay, and a strong focus on wellbeing, including access to a 24/7 support line and a virtual GP service. With a flexible shift pattern and generous holiday allowance, this role offers a rewarding work-life balance in a collaborative environment that values recognition and progression.
