Johannesburg: Business Development Specialist (Institutional Investment)

This is a client facing role a hunter role – where we seek a driven individual to explain, promote and sell the firms range of investment capabilities to large, professional buyers in the following areas: DFMs Multi-managers Category II advice firms LISPs Institutional consultants and other wholesale investors Responsibilities will include: Build and progress a focused book of professional relationships across priority DFMs, multi-managers, LISPs/platforms and institutional buyers to secure approvals/listings and funding decisions Position the companys strategy and lead DD/IC-style engagements on process, risk, performance and peer context. Convert and grow flows through disciplined pipeline management and accurate forecasting and timely follow-through Represent the company in the market at targeted events/webinars and research forums; create meaningful follow-ups and tracked opportunities Some ongoing, local travel Uphold governance and conduct standards Qualification and Experience Relevant BDeg completed RE 5 (FAIS Fit and Proper) with CFA / Post Grad an added advantage. Minimum 5 years in LISP Platform / Asset management distribution within retail and / or wholesale channels, with demonstrable fund-flow wins. Candidate must have established relationships with DFMs, multi-managers, platforms/LISPs and research/IC decision-makers. Proven record of converting sales opportunities into funded positions and growing market share. Should you have the relevant and necessary qualifications and experience, please submit your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us by the end of October 2025, please consider your application unsuccessful.