Senior BDM or Associate Role Dubai

Prestige IFA Jobs; Dubai; On-site; AED 198,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique wealth advisory firm in Dubai seeks a Senior Business Development Manager to drive premium client acquisition in a high-yield environment. Candidates must have 3-7 years in financial services, possess UK financial qualifications, and excel in interpersonal skills. You will shadow and lead client management, taking ownership of portfolios and collaborating with leadership. The role offers substantial commission potential and the opportunity to grow into senior advisory positions.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years in financial services, ideally in advisory or client-facing roles.
• Eager to learn and grow into a senior role.
• Ready for a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and co-lead client acquisition and relationship management.
• Take ownership of client portfolios.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on high-value opportunities.
• Contribute to a premium, fee-based advisory practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Client relationship management

Sales acumen

Education

UK financial advisory qualifications (DipPFS, CISI L4, CFP)

Job description

International Opportunity

This role welcomes UK-qualified financial advisors (DipPFS, CISI Level 4, CFP) from the UK, Europe, and global financial hubs. Remote work options available for qualified candidates.

We are seeking a highly motivated, commercially driven Senior Business Development Manager (BDM) or Associate-level professional to join a boutique, high-margin wealth advisory practice in the UAE focused on premium client acquisition and structured wealth solutions.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• You just be already based in Dubai with a good local network you can plug in to.
• Experience Level: Mid-career professional (not overly seasoned or “mature”) — ideally with 3–7 years in financial services, preferably in advisory, wealth management, or client-facing roles.
• Mindset: Eager to learn, open to mentorship, and ready to grow into a senior advisory role.
• Skills: Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills — capable of sitting across from clients, building trust, and closing complex deals.
• Professionalism: Polished, articulate, and client-ready — able to represent the firm at the highest level.
• Network: Bonus if you bring your own professional network to help expand the client base.

Role & Responsibilities

• Shadow and eventually co-lead client acquisition and relationship management under direct mentorship.
• Take ownership of assigned client portfolios as you progress.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify, qualify, and close high-value opportunities.
• Contribute to the growth of a premium, fee-based advisory practice — not transactional or product-driven.

Why This Role?

This is not a traditional insurance or platform sales role. You’ll be working in a high-yield, high-margin advisory environment where commissions are substantial and performance-based. Unlike roles at firms like De Vere or Skipton (where fees are often tied to product sales), this is a true advisory, value-driven model with significant upside.

Compensation Potential

• Income: A BDM earning £40,000–£50,000 in a traditional firm could comfortably reach six figures within 12 months in this role — with performance-based commissions and retained client fees.
• Structure: High commission potential, aligned with client value and deal size — not volume or product.

Ideal Fit

• Someone who wants to build a long-term career in premium wealth advisory.
• A proactive, self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• A professional who sees themselves as a future partner or senior advisor — not just a salesperson.

Next Steps

If you’re interested in a role with exceptional income upside, mentorship, and the opportunity to grow into a senior advisory position within a boutique, high-performing team — please apply below.

Please note

This position would typically suit experienced business development and tele sales type people looking to progress to a more advisory role later. Only candidates in the UAE with existing experience in financial telesales or a client-facing sales role (1+ year minimum experience) will be considered for this role. This position is NOT for someone from the accounting / auditing or financial management profession. This is a client facing, sales and targets driven profession. Must hold valid UK financial advisory qualifications (DipPFS, CISI L4, CFP) or equivalent international certifications recognized for UK financial services.