Scotland & NI – Platform – Business Development Director

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.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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