At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients, and superior shareholder returns. Through our behaviours of telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role. The Role: Business Development Consultant M&G Wealth Advice is the financial planning and advice business within the M&G Group, consisting of three current advisory businesses 1) The Advice Partnership (TAP) a restricted network with circa 180 Appointed Representatives and 2) Sandringham Financial Partners (SFP) an independent network with circa 200 Appointed Representatives. 3) Continuum Financial Services LLP, a self-employed national business with 70 advisers. The Business Development Consultant will play a key role in the identification and qualification of growth opportunities across the advice business. The primary focus will be assisting the Head of Business and Partnership Development in sourcing third parties that will generate adviser meetings that support the Wealth growth strategy. In addition the individual will work with the Consultancy Manager and Business Development Manager to create materials and develop strategies to optimise our adviser effectiveness in both TAP and SFP. The role will require strong collaboration with key field colleagues and internal Group stakeholders in order to deliver an excellent adviser experience. The role will report into the Head of Partnership & Business Development, contributing to the overall recruitment, development and succession planning activities within the M&G Wealth advise ecosystem. Key Responsibilities for this role: Support Head of Business Development sourcing new B2B and strategic partnerships Working collaboratively within the team to support with presentations and data analysis Research, analyse and prepare proposition analysis / pitch material within agreed timescales using appropriate material and agreed criteria Provide appropriate pro-active support on all trading campaigns, event follow-up and local initiatives to help convert opportunities, achieve key targets and drive revenue Build and strengthen relationships with both internal stakeholders and external strategic partners, networks and contacts’ Maintain key databases, ensuring accurate updating of CRM as appropriate to hold up-to-date adviser account intelligence, insight and contact details. Analyse information gained from advisers alongside internal data & MI to produce high quality, accurate reports, presenting recommendations to influence future Identifying new business opportunities, including new markets, new clients, new partnerships or new products and services and creating strategies to successfully reach new opportunities Build strong relationships with advisers, gauging needs and developing proposals to address these needs Attending conferences and events to build relationships with industry partners and staying up to date with new trends from across the market Develop a strong understanding of the company’s products, the competition in the industry and positioning Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Good knowledge of UK advice marketplace, competitors and products / services therein namely Platform, MPS and Investment, Tax wrappers and Compliance. Experience working in a fast-paced Sales environment, including lead generation and conversion, whilst managing multiple priorities and variable targets. Good understanding of the financial advice workplace i.e. the mechanics of an adviser’s back office and an understanding of different adviser propositions, their processes and the key drivers for success Track record of relationship building and negotiation at a senior management level Highly motivated and results driven, with the ability to work under pressure and on own initiative, identifying and qualifying opportunities Articulate, well presented with high quality presentation and consultative selling skills with a commitment to deliver exceptional customer service Ideally relevant professional qualifications gained in Financial Services or in an IFA facing business e.g. FPC, AFPC, ACII A self-starter who demonstrates enthusiasm and commercial acumen with a “can do” attitude Ability to work confidently with data and maintaining critical systems such as CRM to agreed quality standards and pull together compelling analysis and reports. Flexible approach to work including hours and travel commitments Work Level: Experienced Colleague Recruiter: Phoebe Ewers Closing Date: 18th November 2024 We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks. M&G is also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, and we welcome applications from candidates with long-term health conditions, disabilities, physical, mental health or neuro-divergent conditions. We participate in the Disability Confident ‘Offer an Interview’ scheme, which means that candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions who meet the minimum criteria of a job, will be offered an interview if they 'opt in' to the scheme when applying. These candidates are also supported to ensure they have the best opportunity to demonstrate that they can do the job. If you need assistance or an alternative means of applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know by contacting us at: careersmandg.com