Account Development Manager

Optegra Eye Health Care; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Uncapped commission

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Flexible working

Training & development

Job summary

Optegra Eye Healthcare in Hampshire is seeking an Account Development Manager to drive referrals from optometrists and promote cataract services. You will be the first point of contact for referrers and responsible for growing a large referral network while delivering exceptional customer service.

The role offers funded training and development programs, a competitive salary (£35K base + £6K car allowance + uncapped commission £53,600 OTE) and a supportive, dynamic team in a forward-thinking

Qualifications

• Demonstrable sales experience, preferably in a territory sales role.
• Proven track record of building customer relationships and stakeholder management.
• Natural relationship builder with a drive to be successful.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Full, clean driving licence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop a large referral base of patients through high street opticians.
• Promote Optegra cataract services and patient benefits.
• Build strong, robust customer relationships with referrers.
• Be the first point of contact for existing and prospective referrers.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship building

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Teamwork

Driving licence

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Account Development Manager with excellent customer management skills to join our amazing and dynamic sales team in Hampshire. This role is promoting the exceptional services of Optegra Eye Healthcare to Optometrists in the local community. This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training and development programs.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

Benefits

• Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays salary of £35K basic + £6K car allowance + Uncapped Commission (£53,600 OTE)
• Generous matched pension contributions
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible working and SMART working schemes - because we believe in work life balance
• Funded training and development - because we believe in our people
• Celebrating your anniversaries - because we value loyalty and commitment
• Annual STAR awards
• Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online and on the high street)
• Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
• Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

The Role

You will lead the development of a large referral base of patients through high street opticians, promoting Optegra’s cataract services, excellent patient benefits, referral pathways and five-star hospitals. As the first point of contact for both existing and prospective referrers, you will be responsible for growing your referral base by building strong and robust customer relationships.

What You’ll Need

You will be proactive, enjoy meeting new people, and confident amongst senior and professional members of the ophthalmic community. You’ll be self-motivated, managing your own diary, meetings and route planning. You will of course work in close partnership with colleagues at your Hospital, developing internal relationships and making the most of every opportunity to build our business.

Specifically, you will:

• Have demonstrable sales experience and achievements, preferably in a territory sales role
• Have proven track record of building customer relationships and stakeholder management
• Be a natural strong relationship builder
• Be driven, high energy and a drive to be successful
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be able to work alone and as part of a team
• Be able to effectively manage own workload
• Have a full, clean driving license
• Be able to use Microsoft Office applications

You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door - and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.

Closing date

We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.