Business Development Manager

iHarvest Wealth Management Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm seeks a Business Development & Training Manager to expand its Financial Advisory channel. This role combines business growth initiatives and training for Financial Advisors. Responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, conducting training workshops, and providing mentorship. Candidates should have at least 2 years of sales experience, preferably in finance, alongside excellent account management and negotiation skills. A dynamic work environment and competitive compensation await successful applicants.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-based incentives

Continuous training and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of sales experience in the financial services industry.
• Experience as a trainer or coach in the financial sector is advantageous.
• Proven track record of closing high-level deals.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the FA channel.
• Design and deliver onboarding programs for new Financial Advisors.
• Conduct regular training on sales techniques and compliance.

Skills

Consultative selling

Account management

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Training and coaching

Education

Diploma in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an energetic and strategic Business Development & Training Manager to play a pivotal role in expanding our Financial Advisory (FA) channel and nurturing the success of our advisors.

This role blends business growth and people development — ideal for someone who thrives on driving results, building relationships, and shaping high-performing teams in the financial services sector.

What You’ll Do

Business Development

• Identify and develop new business opportunities to accelerate growth within the FA channel.

• Drive recruitment of high-potential Financial Advisors to expand the firm’s distribution network.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Product, Compliance) to support advisor success.

• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify strategic growth opportunities.

• Build and manage partnerships to expand outreach, strengthen brand presence, and enhance service offerings.

• Track performance metrics to ensure the FA team meets or exceeds sales and business development targets.

• Design and implement performance strategies and incentive plans to boost team motivation and productivity.

Training & Coaching

• Design and deliver comprehensive onboarding programs for new Financial Advisors.

• Conduct regular training workshops covering sales techniques, compliance, financial products, and client engagement.

• Provide one-on-one coaching and mentorship to help FAs achieve personal and team sales goals.

• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback for continuous improvement.

• Stay up to date with evolving financial regulations to ensure all training materials remain compliant.

• Partner closely with team leaders and management to align training outcomes with business objectives.

What You’ll Bring

• Diploma in Business, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years of sales experience, preferably in the financial services industry.

• Prior experience as a trainer or coach in the financial sector is a strong advantage.

• Proven ability in consultative and value-based selling with a record of closing high-level deals.

• Excellent account management, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal abilities with a passion for developing people and driving performance.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values initiative and innovation.

• Opportunities to lead business growth strategies and shape the next generation of Financial Advisors.

• Continuous training and professional development support to help you excel in your role.