Account Manager

Invenia Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in life sciences is on the lookout for a scientifically minded Account Manager to oversee a lucrative territory in South London. This role offers an exciting blend of maintaining existing business while also developing new accounts, particularly in the academic sector. The successful candidate will engage with key institutions and leverage a robust internal support team to drive sales of cutting-edge research consumables and reagents. With a competitive salary and generous bonus structure, this opportunity is perfect for someone passionate about science and eager to make an impact in a thriving market.

Benefits

Company car

Generous bonus structure

Strong benefits package

Continuous training

Qualifications

• BSc in life sciences required; MSc/PhD in related fields is a plus.
• Strong scientific sales experience or technical background with commercial instincts.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales across academic and pharmaceutical customers.
• Build long-term customer relationships and represent the company at events.

Skills

Scientific sales experience

Technical background

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Commercial instincts

Education

BSc in a life science

MSc/PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, or Cancer Biology

Job description

Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity?

A leading player in the life sciences sector is seeking a scientifically minded Account Manager to take over a well-established South London territory. This area includes key academic and pharma accounts such as King’s College London, Queen Mary University, and GSK. The position has become available due to an internal promotion, presenting a great opportunity to inherit a high-potential patch with plenty of scope for growth.

About the Role:

This role focuses on selling research consumables and reagents, supporting full workflows in flow cytometry, immunology, cancer research, neuroscience, and cell analysis. The split is approximately 80% existing business with 20% new business development, particularly across underdeveloped academic accounts.

Responsibilities:

1. Drive sales across academic, biotech, CRO/CMO, and pharmaceutical customers
2. Deliver on a strategic territory plan and build long-term customer relationships
3. Represent the company at trade fairs, symposia, and customer seminars
4. Collaborate with a strong internal support structure, including applications and instrumentation teams

Qualifications:

BSc in a life science (MSc/PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, or Cancer Biology desirable)

Required Skills:

1. Scientific sales experience OR technical background with strong commercial instincts
2. Well-organised, confident presenter with solid interpersonal skills
3. Must be based within the M25 corridor, with flexibility for travel and some overnights
4. Full UK manual driving license required

Pay range and compensation package:

Competitive base salary and a generous bonus structure (up to 250% accelerators). Company car, strong benefits package, and continuous training via an internal learning platform.

If you’re passionate about science and commercially driven, this is your chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a high-impact role. Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.