Scotland & NI – Platform – Business Development Director

Company: davies marsh
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Location: Scotland
Job Description:

I’m pleased to be partnering with a well-established platform provider that works closely with the UK financial adviser community. With a strong brand, compelling proposition and exceptional staff retention, this is a business that has built its reputation on long-term partnerships and consistent delivery.

They’re looking to appoint a Business Development Director to cover Scotland & Northern Ireland.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for building and managing relationships with financial advisers across the region, promoting a broad and competitive platform proposition alongside associated investment solutions.

Operating within a high-performing, franchise-style model, this opportunity will suit a genuine self-starter — someone comfortable taking full ownership of their territory. The role offers a balanced blend of strategic account management and proactive new business development, rather than a purely transactional sales position.

Success will come from developing deep, consultative relationships, driving platform adoption and increasing assets under administration across your region.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop new, long-term relationships with advisers across Scotland & Northern Ireland while strengthening existing partnerships
  • Drive platform adoption and asset growth
  • Deliver high-quality presentations and valuable market insight to advisers and their teams
  • Manage pipeline activity and contribute to regional business planning
  • Work collaboratively within a small, high-calibre team structure

Candidate Requirements

  • Proven BDM / BDD experience within the platform market
  • Strong understanding of the UK intermediary market
  • Professional, credible approach with excellent communication skills
  • Self-motivated and disciplined, with the ability to manage a broad territory independently
  • Comfortable operating within a close-knit, franchise-style environment

What’s on Offer

  • Basic salary up to £100,000
  • OTE £200,000+
  • Uncapped earning potential
  • Excellent brand and market reputation
  • Strong culture with exceptional retention levels
  • Long-term career progression within a stable and growing business

If you’re a Scotland or Northern Ireland-based BDM exploring your options and looking to join a high-quality platform provider with genuine long-term potential, I’d welcome a confidential conversation

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Posted: March 26th, 2026