Overview

Hire Resolve is seeking a Strategic Business Development Executive to join our client’s team, a leading financial services firm with a strong track record of success. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and results-driven professional to play a key role in driving business growth and enhancing advisor performance. The position is based in Cape Town or Pretoria, offering a chance to work with top-performing financial advisors and leverage cutting-edge technology to optimize productivity and profitability.

Responsibilities

Drive revenue growth by developing and executing tailored Value Creation Plans (VCPs) for top-performing financial advisors. Work closely with advisors to expand their client base, enhance productivity, and optimize business strategies. Ensure advisors achieve annual revenue growth targets and effectively utilize technology platforms like Wealth Connect, Marketplace, and Connect. Lead strategic recruitment efforts, attracting and onboarding high-caliber advisors who align with the firm’s growth objectives. Equip advisors with AI-driven insights, predictive analytics, and CRM tools to enhance client engagement and financial planning capabilities. Manage key client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction, loyalty, and long-term business growth. Design and implement recognition and incentive programs, including profit-sharing and long-term performance bonuses, to reward high-performing advisors. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and industry compliance. Provide actionable insights on market trends, advisor performance, and product development opportunities. Represent the firm at networking events, engaging with industry leaders, high-net-worth individuals, and potential clients.

Requirments

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Postgraduate degree or CFP certification advantageous). Fluent in Afrikaans & English Regulatory Exam 1 (RE1) and Regulatory Exam 5 (RE5) certifications (advantageous). 15-20 years of experience in financial services, focusing on business development, advisor management, and sales leadership. Proven ability to develop and implement VCPs, driving significant revenue growth. Strong experience in strategic recruitment, talent management, and stakeholder relationship management. Proficiency in data-driven decision-making, leveraging analytics to optimize advisor performance. Strong leadership skills, with a track record of motivating and managing high-performing teams. Deep understanding of compliance, ethical standards, and financial industry regulations. Highly adaptable and capable of adjusting to changing market conditions, client needs, and business priorities. Ambitious, results-driven, and motivated by achieving and exceeding targets. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with advisors, clients, and stakeholders. High levels of professionalism, integrity, and a client-centric approach.

Benefits

Market-related salary

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today

Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: gustav.vogel@hireresolve.us Please use “Business Development Manager” as your subject line when applying via email

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise

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