Business Development Specialist (CRO Environment) - Remote (Northern Ireland). Job in Belfast E[...]

MMS; Belfast; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

MMS, a leading clinical research organization, is seeking a Business Development professional to join their dynamic team. This full-time remote role focuses on lead generation and collaboration with the Business Development team to foster client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a background in business or science and experience in healthcare-focused business development.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in lead generation or business development.
• Knowledge of CRO environment and scientific principles advantageous.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research potential leads and identify commercial opportunities.
• Collaborate with Business Development team on outreach messaging.
• Manage records related to contacts and leads efficiently.

Skills

Business Development

Lead Generation

Sales Experience

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

College graduate in Business Communications or related degree

Tools

Dynamics 365 CRM

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

MS Office applications

Job description

Are you looking to join a company where your contributions truly matter and where youll be part of a supportive innovative teamMMS is aaward-winning data-focused clinical research organization (CRO). We pride ourselves on being a Great Place to Work certified organization recognized for our exceptional culture and industry best employee retention support the pharmaceutical biotech and medical device industries with our proven scientific approach to complex trial data and regulatory submission challenges. With a global footprint across four continents MMS not only maintains an industry-leading customer satisfaction rating but also fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. Join us at MMS and be part of a team that is shaping the future of clinical research.

Discover more about our exciting opportunities and why MMS is a great place to advance your career. follow MMS on LinkedIn.

We are looking for full time employee remotely based within Northern Ireland.

Responsibilities:

• Gain understanding between current role and the organizations business and commercial objectives. Gain basic proficiency of the competitor environment and can input to the commercial rationale for various competitor product and service propositions.
• Research potential leads and obtain additional information on clients or on the needs of partner organizations. Identify commercial opportunities via industry readings internet searches analysts reports etc.
• Collaborate with Business Development team to develop maintain and improve service area outreach messaging.
• Represent MMS as a trusted partner to others. Understand the need to develop a network of contacts in targeted potential partner organizations.
• Gain understanding of:
  • Identifying contacts/ leads to match client profiles defined by Line Manager or Mentor.
  • How to effectively manage priorities with guidance from a Line Manager.
  • Organizing and maintaining records related to contacts leads meetings follow-up tasks and client/ campaign specific deliverables effectively and efficiently.
• Focus on producing leads across all MMS service areas and finding business with new accounts.
• Under guidance from a senior team member develop present and implement new strategies for identifying opportunities for new business; independently suggest creative solutions to get customer attention and engagement.
• Represent self and company in a professional manner and in line with core company values.
• Practice excellent internal and external customer service communication and teamwork.
• Support objectives and improvement efforts within department and organizationally.
• Comply with all applicable policies procedures and training requirements.
• Additional tasks as assigned by Line Manager.

Requirements:

• College graduate in Business Communications Scientific or related degree program.
• 1-2 years experience in lead generation business development or similar role.
• Knowledge of scientific principles or concepts a plus.
• Hands-on experience with clinical trial and pharmaceutical development with knowledge of pharma industry stakeholders preferred.
• Understanding of CRO environment along with understanding of data and regulatory services preferred.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work with others to clearly understand needs and solve problems.
• Excellent problem-solving organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11 FDA and GCP requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Experience with Sales Applications: Dynamics 365 CRM (or similar CRM platform) Zymewire LinkedIn Sales Navigator as applicable and other sales tools as applicable.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Key Skills
Business Development,Sales Experience,B2B Sales,Presentation Skills,Time Management,Marketing,Cold Calling,Microsoft Powerpoint,Salesforce,Organization Design,Public Speaking,Lead Generation
Employment Type : Full-Time
Department / Functional Area: Business Development
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1