Business Development Associate

deVere Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier wealth management organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Business Development Associate to provide analytical support and service to clients while fostering new business development. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of financial services experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. Training is provided for a successful transition to a Private Wealth Advisor role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in financial services.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in becoming a Private Wealth Advisor.

Responsibilities

• Support wealth management strategies for clients.
• Prepare marketing presentations for prospects.
• Research investment options for client asset allocation.
• Provide client service and team support.
• Source new clients through cold outreach.

Skills

Related financial services experience

Interest in financial markets

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Creative problem solving

Job description

deVere Group of companies are the world’s premier wealth tech and advice organisation. deVere group via its well-regulated subsidiaries is able to access cutting edge technology to offer the best products and opportunities in the International Financial Services sector.

Are you a self-starter and can think outside the box? We are seeking Business Development Professionals who have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, excellent communication skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, are essential.

Our Business Development Associate position will provide analytical, investment, and client service support for existing clients while at the same time developing skills to participate in growing new business.

The ongoing training and development is designed to prepare our BDA’s for a successful transition into our Private Wealth Advisor role.

To fulfil your potential :

• Work closely with Private Wealth Advisors to support and implement wealth management strategies for existing and new clients.
• Develop and prepare marketing presentations for prospective clients.
• Research internal and external investment vehicles for client asset allocation
• Provide client service and team support.
• Source new prospective clients through cold outreach
• Participate in some of the team’s prospective client meetings and follow up, as appropriate.
• Manage new business team meetings and associated action items.

Skills and experience required :

• Related financial services experience of 1 year minimum.
• Interest in pursuing a career as a Private Wealth Advisor.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and think clearly under pressure.
• Strong interest in the financial markets.
• Ability to multi-task and work with a variety of departments.
• Entrepreneurial spirit coupled with a desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and foster a strong network of relationships.
• Creative approach to problem solving.