Business Development Manager in Manchester

Overview We\’re working with a well-established and growing UK investment manager who is making a new growth hire within their distribution team. This is an opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to take ownership of a key Northern region, with a remit focused on growing AUM through UK intermediary relationships.
The role offers a balanced mix of new business generation and development/retention of existing accounts, with strong internal support and access to a broad investment proposition including bespoke portfolios, MPS and funds.
The Role Drive new business flows and retain existing assets across the North
Develop and deepen relationships with UK intermediary firms (IFAs)
Work closely with Investment Managers to execute regional growth plans
Promote investment solutions through face-to-face meetings, virtual meetings, events and calls
Articulate investment and market insights, drawing on input from Multi-Asset, CIO and fund teams
Represent the business at adviser events, seminars and conferences
Feed market intelligence back into the business to support proposition development
Maintain accurate CRM reporting and ensure all activity is compliant with FCA and Consumer Duty requirements
The Ideal Profile Proven experience in a BDM or intermediary-facing sales role within wealth or asset management
Strong understanding of UK adviser firms across the North
Solid knowledge of investment products, ideally including multi-asset strategies
Commercial, self-motivated and comfortable in a growth-focused, less structured environment
Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
Confident engaging with advisers, investment professionals and internal stakeholders
Backgrounds from asset managers, DFMs, platforms or providers will all be considered.
What\’s on Offer Basic salary up to £90k
Competitive bonus structure
Car allowance and benefits package
Genuine growth opportunity within a business investing in its distribution capability
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Sales and Distribution
Industries: Financial Services and Investment Management

#J-18808-Ljbffr