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On an exciting growth and diversification agenda, Augusta is recruiting a Business Development Manager to drive new client acquisition from the private, intermediary and institutional markets. The role coincides with the launch by Augusta of a step-changing fund product and a new asset management expansion strategy.

Deliverables:

To meet and exceed business development targets in relation to revenue and profitability.

To establish, maintain and leverage excellent business relationships at all appropriate levels within the defined client base.

To ensure effective coverage of the client market, using face-to-face meetings with key decision-makers and influencers.

To promote the Company brand by acting as its ambassador and by ensuring client satisfaction.

To assist the business align our solutions to client needs

To ensure all forecasting and pipeline management is accurate and reflects the reality of the opportunities open within your customer base.

Track Record

The successful candidate will have at least 10 years’ professional experience in commercial roles, with an emphasis on the financial services industry in general. Experience winning business via the financial advisor channel and/or into the pensions sector will be a distinct advantage.

The candidate should be able to point to a strong network of professional contacts in the industry and to evidence a track record of successful revenue generation.

While the role will be fully supported by the directors and the marketing function, it requires a hands-on, proactive sales process. Candidates should reference a strong history of proactivity.

Required Skills

The position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to forge relationships and derive profitable business from them is key to success in the role.

The successful candidate will be numerate, with the financial literacy to absorb and communicate to others the investment models underpinning Augusta products.

Experience of commercial investment property as an asset class is not essential.

Remuneration:

Business Development is a results role. This position will feature a strong and achievable results-based package, underpinned by a competitive base salary. The successful applicant will know that a self-starting, motivated and ambitious approach to the role will be the optimum path to significant financial and company recognition. 

If you are interested in this role, please send a covering letter together with a CV to Jerry Purcell, Director at jerry@augusta.ie