Business Development Manager - Science Publishing

TN United Kingdom; Corston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the scientific publishing sector. This hybrid role offers the chance to leverage your expertise in B2B sales and scientific knowledge while working collaboratively to connect clients with innovative solutions. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive team culture, you will be rewarded for your efforts with a competitive salary and uncapped commission. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the scientific community and enjoy a friendly work environment that values creativity and excellence.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Plan

25 Days Holiday

Bonuses

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years of B2B sales experience in a consultative, commercial environment.
• Proven success in new business development and exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage new business opportunities and expand existing accounts.
• Build high-level relationships within accounts to enhance engagement.

Skills

B2B Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Time Management

Scientific Knowledge

Education

Degree in Science or Marketing

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

HubSpot

Monday.com

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Business Development Manager - Science Publishing, Corston

Client:

SelectScience

Location:

Corston, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

846ef64bc8ec

Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

About you

You are an ambitious and focused individual, motivated by a desire to progress your skills alongside the evolving B2B commercial landscape, with a passion to add real value to clients and organizations you serve, and to be rewarded financially (uncapped) for your efforts. Your high energy levels and knowledge of either the scientific industry, publishing or marketing will be rewarded within a collaborative team environment where the focus is both commercial and purposeful.

About us

At SelectScience, we are accelerating science by connecting scientific communities with trusted solutions. We produce and publish high-quality digital content and deliver content marketing solutions, while also informing scientists about the best products and technologies through peer-to-peer recommendation and reviews.

We are an essential partner to marketers and businesses in the USA, Europe, UK, and Asia Pacific. Our headquarters near Bath and Bristol has over 26 years of experience in digital publishing.

The role

As the Business Development Manager, you will manage and drive new business opportunities and expand existing accounts within your designated sales territory, leveraging your scientific and/or publishing/marketing background while cultivating relationships at all levels within accounts.

This full-time hybrid role involves some attendance at our Bath office. You will report to the account development sales manager.

Snapshot of the role:

• Articulate the value of SelectScience to decision makers and provide a consultative approach, navigating the sales cycle and matching solutions to client needs.
• Utilize strategies including face-to-face (international), virtual meetings, telesales, digital tools, and exhibitions to prospect, qualify, and win new opportunities while growing accounts.
• Build high-level relationships within accounts to enhance engagement and promote long-term partnerships, coordinating with other departments such as Client Services and Editorial.
• Be accountable for sales targets, providing regular forecasts, market feedback, and ideas to the wider team.

Skills and Experience:

• Drive and ambition to grow a territory and advance within a business.
• Excellent communication skills, self-assured, with a creative flair.
• Resilient, high energy, positive outlook.
• Team player capable of working independently.
• Ability to identify and create new opportunities.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Aptitude for learning new skills.
• 5+ years of B2B sales experience in a consultative, commercial environment, preferably in science, scientific publishing, marketing, events, or professional services.
• Knowledge of the scientific industry or experience in technical or marketing industries.
• Proven success in new business development and account growth.
• Track record of exceeding sales targets (over £500k/year).
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Experience managing international travel efficiently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and digital tools like Salesforce, Monday.com, HubSpot, LinkedIn Navigator, AI tools.
• Understanding of digital publishing and content marketing sales.

Why you will love this job:

• Great potential for professional growth and development.
• Hybrid working, competitive salary and commission (uncapped), comprehensive benefits including pension, private medical insurance, bonuses, and more.
• Friendly, fun culture.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Join our passionate team committed to creating value and supporting clients and the scientific community through insights and creativity. We promote a culture of passion, teamwork, trust, and excellence. Recognized with The Queen’s Award 2021 for Enterprise: International Trade.