Business Development Director – DFM – North of England

Business Development Director – North of England (Manchester / Leeds)

Discretionary Fund Management | Bespoke Portfolio Management | Field-Based
Excellent Basic Salary + First-Year Guarantee + Uncapped Bonus

If you’re an experienced Business Development Director within discretionary fund management and are looking to represent a fast growing investment proposition, this opportunity could well be of interest.

I’m partnering with a highly respected independent investment management firm to appoint a Business Development Director responsible for growing assets under management across the North of England.

This is an opportunity to represent a market-leading discretionary fund management business with a reputation for investment excellence, exceptional client service and a genuinely bespoke approach to portfolio management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional business plan to drive assets under management across the North of England.
• Build and deepen relationships with financial advisers
• Promote a range of bespoke discretionary portfolio management and investment solutions.
• Work closely with investment managers and senior stakeholders to deliver a highly personalised adviser experience.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities whilst growing existing adviser relationships.
• Represent the business at adviser meetings, events and industry functions across the region.

Why Join?

• Respected brand within the adviser community.
• Premium, bespoke investment proposition that aims to stand apart from commoditised MPS offerings.
• Direct access to experienced investment professionals and decision-makers.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with a long‑term approach to growth.
• Strong investment track record and reputation for service excellence.
• Market‑leading basic salary.
• First‑year earnings guarantee and highly attractive uncapped bonus scheme.

Requirements

• Proven track record in intermediary distribution within DFM
• Strong network of financial adviser relationships across the North of England.
• Demonstrable success in gathering assets and delivering commercial growth.
• Credible, consultative and relationship‑led approach to business development.
• Ability to engage confidently with advisers, investment professionals and senior stakeholders.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch.

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