Business Development Director

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established DFM seeks a Business Development Director to join their intermediary partnerships team, focusing on building long-term relationships with IFAs and investment firms. This homebased role requires at least 10 years in financial services, emphasizing investment knowledge and strategic partnership development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in financial services.
• Expertise in intermediary space.
• Strong understanding of UK investment products.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop strategic partnerships with intermediaries.
• Promote a suite of investment services.
• Represent the firm in a professional manner.

Skills

Relationship management

Investment knowledge

Negotiation skills

Influencing skills

Education

QCA Level 4 qualification or equivalent

Job description

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Are you an experienced Business Development Director in the UK intermediary market with strong investment knowledge and a track record of driving growth?

A well established DFM are looking to hire a Business Development Director to join their intermediary partnerships team. This homebased role will focus on creating long-term, profitable relationships with IFAs, restricted advisers, and discretionary investment firms across the South West and M4 corridor.

Key responsibilities:

• Build and develop strategic partnerships with intermediaries
• Promote a broad suite of investment services, including discretionary portfolio management, multi-asset funds, and AIM IHT portfolios
• Confidently discuss investment propositions and structures including pensions, ISAs, bonds, GIAs, trusts, and platforms
• Represent the firm in a professional and compliant manner
• Contribute to the wider business growth strategy and meet individual objectives

What we're looking for:

• A minimum of 10 years' experience in financial services, with particular expertise in the intermediary space
• Strong understanding of investment products and the UK intermediary landscape
• Excellent relationship management, influencing, and negotiation skills
• Ideally QCA Level 4 qualified (or equivalent)
• Experience distributing funds and/or discretionary management services

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on autonomy, values long-term client partnerships, and is motivated by results.

To find out more or express your interest, please get in touch or apply directly.