Business Development Officer

• Identify, prospect, and acquire new clients for Kura Asset Managers' fund management and investment products.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients including individuals, corporates, and institutional investors.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to grow assets under management (AUM).
• Conduct client presentations and product pitches, clearly communicating investment solutions and fund performance.
• Work closely with the investment and operations teams to ensure seamless client onboarding and service delivery.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities.
• Prepare business development reports, pipeline updates, and client activity summaries for management.
• Ensure all business development activities comply with regulatory and internal compliance requirements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in investment, finance, or relationship management are an added advantage.
• Minimum 2–3 years' experience in Sales/Business Development within financial services, fund management, banking, or insurance.
• Proven track record in client acquisition and relationship management.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong networking, negotiation, and persuasion skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Good understanding of investment products, capital markets, and financial services in Uganda.
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and able to work independently.
• High level of integrity and professional conduct.