Platform Business Development Manager: Visa Sponsorship Available

Job Location: United Kingdom

Are you a commercially driven Business Development Manager with a strong Scottish adviser network and a passion for investment solutions?

AJ Bell is one of the UK’s leading investment platforms and a FTSE 250 success story. As we continue to strengthen our presence across Scotland, we’re looking for an ambitious, relationship-led sales professional to take ownership of a high-potential region and accelerate growth.

This is a visible, field-based distribution role focused on platform growth. You will represent a trusted, award-winning proposition to adviser firms across Scotland, building deep partnerships that drive long-term inflows and strategic alignment.

You will have genuine autonomy to shape your regional plan, backed by a collaborative national sales team, strong brand recognition, competitive pricing and a broad investment offering. This is an opportunity to combine strategic territory planning with hands-on adviser engagement in a business that continues to gain market share.

If you are motivated by winning new firms, influencing platform adoption and becoming a trusted partner to advisers, this role offers real scope to make your mark.

What you’ll do:

  • Take full ownership of your regional business plan to deliver new business targets and maximise adviser engagement
  • Build strong, long-term partnerships with financial advisers and firms across your region through a structured, data-led approach.
  • Collaborate with Business Development Consultants and Support teams to deliver consistent regional performance.
  • Promote AJ Bell’s full range of investment solutions including MPS, passive funds, and our award-winning platform.
  • Deliver engaging adviser presentations, seminars, and technical sessions to showcase AJ Bell’s proposition.
  • Oversee the onboarding of new firms, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.
  • Use tools such as Financial Express and Touchstone to identify new opportunities and monitor performance.
  • Maintain relationships with key investment partners and fund groups to maximise regional potential.
  • Ensure all activities align with Consumer Duty principles and regulatory expectations.

What we’re looking for

Essential:

  • Proven success in a field-based sales or business development role within the investment platform or financial services market.
  • Strong network of IFA and adviser firm relationships.
  • In-depth understanding of platform propositions, SIPP, and investment solutions

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