Business Development Manager (South West)

We are partnered with an Investment Management firm in supporting for a key hire in their UK Sales team. They are seeking a Business Development Manager to cover the Devon & Cornwall region within its South West team. The role focuses on growing the region through high-level relationship management with IFAs, wealth managers and key market influencers. You will represent the business at industry events, deliver impactful face-to-face meetings, and execute a regional business plan to meet sales targets. Working closely with internal sales, marketing, product and investment teams, you will help deliver tailored investment solutions. The role suits a commercially driven relationship manager based in Devon or Cornwall with strong client-facing experience and leadership capability.

Responsibilities

• Educate financial advisers on the firm's proposition through face-to-face and virtual meetings, events and specialist seminars.
• Discover, develop and manage relationships with IFAs, wealth managers, and influential market leaders.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales, marketing, product development, and investment management, to deliver exceptional investment solutions tailored to adviser needs.
• Develop and execute a robust business plan for the South West region, delivering regional targets in partnership with team colleagues.
• Negotiate favourable pricing and business terms for bespoke investment opportunities that benefit both clients and the organisation.

Required Experience

• Demonstrated success in managing high-value client relationships and delivering against regional sales targets.
• Extensive experience in face-to-face client interactions and event attendance.
• Familiarity with leading and mentoring junior team members.
• Team-oriented with a flexible attitude and commitment to achieving shared goals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage at all levels
• Leadership qualities, with the ability to inspire and mentor team members.
• Strong organizational skills to manage regional travel and in-person meetings.