Account Manager

Manpower UK Ltd; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Account Manager to drive success in the pharmaceutical sector across Europe. This remote role involves building client relationships, pursuing new opportunities, and promoting the company’s portfolio. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and 5+ years in account management. Benefits include a competitive salary, bonus, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Comprehensive pension plan

Wellbeing support

Share incentive plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in account management within pharmaceuticals.
• Strong network across European pharma markets.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with a commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic relationships across pharmaceutical clients and distributors.
• Identify new commercial opportunities to meet revenue targets.
• Lead contract negotiations and account planning.

Skills

Account management

Communication skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Fluency in English

CRM systems proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, Chemistry, or Business

Tools

MS Office tools

Job description

Overview

Account Manager - Pharmaceuticals | Europe (Remote)

Remote (with 40-60% travel across Europe). Permanent | Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

About the Company
Our client is a global leader in the specialty chemicals industry, renowned for delivering sustainable, science-driven solutions across mobility, healthcare, and modern living. With a legacy spanning nearly a century and operations in over 100 locations worldwide, they are at the forefront of innovation, quality, and long-term impact.

Due to continued growth in their Life Sciences division, we are supporting them in the search for a highly motivated Account Manager to drive commercial success across their pharmaceutical portfolio. This is a remote-based position with extensive travel across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of key accounts and develop strategic relationships across pharmaceutical clients, distributors, and partners.
• Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities to grow market share and meet/exceed revenue targets.
• Promote the company's excipient portfolio through in-person meetings, virtual engagements, tradeshows, and conferences.
• Lead contract negotiations, pricing discussions, and account planning strategies.
• Track opportunities and maintain accurate pipeline data in CRM.
• Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams to develop integrated client solutions.
• Provide accurate forecasting and demand planning insights.
• Handle client issues, complaints, or supply chain concerns effectively to ensure client satisfaction.
• Travel frequently across Europe (approx. 40-60%) for client and industry engagements.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, Chemistry, or Business.
• Proven experience (approx. 5+ years) in account management within the pharmaceutical ingredients/excipients sector.
• Strong network across European pharma markets (OTC, generics, innovators, CDMO/CMO).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Native-level fluency in English; an additional European language is a strong advantage.
• Proficient in CRM systems and MS Office tools.
• Detail-oriented with strong planning and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated with a "hunter" mindset and strong commercial acumen.

What’s On Offer

• Remote-based position with flexibility and autonomy
• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance (Bupa)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + holiday purchase scheme
• Comprehensive pension plan
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme
• Share incentive plan
• Be part of a purpose-driven, international organisation with a commitment to innovation and sustainability

Interested? If you’re a commercially astute pharmaceutical sales or account management professional with a passion for science-backed solutions and a drive to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or reach out to our team in confidence to learn more.