Role Overview
Business Development Manager – Wealth. An experienced Business Development Manager will join our Wholesale Distribution team within the Advisory Distribution function. Key responsibilities include strengthening and developing relationships with Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs) and Strategic Partners across the North of England and fostering internal collaboration within Aviva Life Company to provide a seamless ‘One Aviva’ experience for our clients.
Responsibilities
- Represent and sell Aviva Investors’ investment capabilities and products to UK Wholesale clients.
- Build a robust pipeline of new business opportunities and maintain accurate records of sales activity and client meetings using Salesforce and Qlik.
- Deliver on sales targets across Multi‑Asset Funds, MPS, and other single‑asset class capabilities.
- Collaborate effectively with internal teams including Investments, Marketing, Client Services, and MI Reporting.
- Act as the voice of our clients by identifying trends in the UK Wholesale market.
- Work closely with Business Development Associates to strengthen regional relationships and support new business development, mentoring them for professional growth.
- Achieve specific client activity targets and develop effective client panels.
- Serve as a home‑based role with travel to regional offices in Sheffield, York, Liverpool, Manchester, and Leeds.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of regulated asset management products and services, with particular expertise in Multi‑Asset investments.
- Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning, IMC, or equivalent qualification.
- In‑depth understanding of the UK IFA landscape and an established, demonstrable network of contacts.
- Proven commercial sales acumen and the ability to analyse and distil data into clear, compelling insights.
- Confident, motivated self‑starter capable of generating new leads and building prospective client relationships through in‑person and phone‑based engagement.
Benefits
- Generous pension scheme – Aviva contributes up to 14% of your contribution.
- Annual performance bonus eligibility.
- Family‑friendly parental and carer’s leave.
- Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days.
- Up to 40% discount for Aviva products.
- Aviva‑funded Private Medical Benefit.
- Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme.
- 21 volunteering hours per year.
Additional Information
Position is ‘Certified’ under the Financial Conduct Authority / Prudential Regulation Authority’s Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). We will conduct regulatory background checks and annual fitness‑and‑proper reviews. The role is fully flexible, with options for part‑time, job shares, and remote work.
We’re inclusive and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
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