At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth and build relationships with financial advisers across the North of England.
- Company: Respected independent investment management firm with a bespoke approach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, first-year earnings guarantee, and uncapped bonus potential.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with direct access to investment professionals.
- Why this job: Join a market leader and make a real impact in discretionary fund management.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in DFM and strong adviser network required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
- Business Development Director – North of England (Manchester / Leeds)
- Discretionary Fund Management | Bespoke Portfolio Management | Field-Based
- Excellent Basic Salary + First-Year Guarantee + Uncapped Bonus
If you’re an experienced Business Development Director within discretionary fund management and are looking to represent a fast growing investment proposition, this opportunity could well be of interest.
I’m partnering with a highly respected independent investment management firm to appoint a Business Development Director responsible for growing assets under management across the North of England.
This is an opportunity to represent a market-leading discretionary fund management business with a reputation for investment excellence, exceptional client service and a genuinely bespoke approach to portfolio management.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a regional business plan to drive assets under management across the North of England.
- Build and deepen relationships with financial advisers
- Promote a range of bespoke discretionary portfolio management and investment solutions.
- Work closely with investment managers and senior stakeholders to deliver a highly personalised adviser experience.
- Identify and convert new business opportunities whilst growing existing adviser relationships.
- Represent the business at adviser meetings, events and industry functions across the region.
Why Join?
- Respected brand within the adviser community.
- Premium, bespoke investment proposition that aims to stand apart from commoditised MPS offerings.
- Direct access to experienced investment professionals and decision-makers.
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with a long‑term approach to growth.
- Strong investment track record and reputation for service excellence.
- Market‑leading basic salary.
- First‑year earnings guarantee and highly attractive uncapped bonus scheme.
Requirements
- Proven track record in intermediary distribution within DFM
- Strong network of financial adviser relationships across the North of England.
- Demonstrable success in gathering assets and delivering commercial growth.
- Credible, consultative and relationship‑led approach to business development.
- Ability to engage confidently with advisers, investment professionals and senior stakeholders.
For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch.
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Business Development Director – DFM – North of England in Manchester employer: davies marsh
Join a highly respected independent investment management firm that offers an exceptional work culture and a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. With a strong focus on employee growth and a premium bespoke investment proposition, you will have direct access to experienced professionals and decision-makers, ensuring a rewarding career path. Enjoy a competitive salary, first-year earnings guarantee, and an uncapped bonus scheme while representing a market leader in discretionary fund management across the North of England.
