Business Development Manager

Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to join their team in KwaZulu-Natal. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving business development initiatives, identifying growth opportunities within financial advisory practices, and providing strategic and operational support to Financial Advisors. The role requires a commercially minded individual who can build strong relationships, analyse business performance and implement initiatives that contribute to sustainable growth and improved efficiencies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing client portfolios and databases.
• Support Financial Advisors with prospecting, client engagement and business development activities.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve growth objectives.
• Assist with client advisory plans and annual review processes.
• Identify opportunities to increase Assets Under Management and overall practice performance.
• Assist Financial Advisors with developing value propositions and pricing frameworks.
• Monitor practice performance, system usage and management information to identify areas for improvement.
• Analyse data and compare performance to identify best practices and improve operational efficiencies.
• Drive the adoption of advisory processes and support Advisors in achieving their targets and objectives.
• Assist with business assessments, dashboards and practice evaluation processes.
• Provide support during client events, roadshows and other business development initiatives.
• Assist with change management and the transition of practices towards improved operating models.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Financial Advisors, support teams and key stakeholders.
• Develop sustainable practice management and operational processes.
• Provide strategic input while maintaining responsibility for effective operational execution.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Commerce, Finance, Investments or a related field.
• 3–5 years' relevant experience within financial services, business development or a similar role.
• Experience within Financial Planning will be advantageous.
• CFP® qualification will be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of financial services and business development principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong relationship-building, influencing and negotiation abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong IT and data analysis capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with XPlan and QlikView will be advantageous.
• Highly self-motivated, proactive and results driven.
• Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage change and work effectively with multiple stakeholders.

**Only applicants meeting the desired minimum requirements will be considered. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. **