Director, Strategic Accounts

WebMD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare information provider is seeking a Director of Strategic Accounts in London. This role emphasizes driving business growth while shaping pharmaceutical engagement with healthcare professionals. Candidates should have 3-5+ years in sales, strong networking in the pharmaceutical industry, and proven consultative selling abilities. This opportunity includes competitive salary, uncapped commission, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join to make an impact in advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes worldwide.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commission

Full benefits package including pension

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years’ experience in sales or business development.
• Strong network within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to sell strategic solutions consultatively.

Responsibilities

• Forge and expand high-value partnerships with pharmaceutical stakeholders.
• Identify and close complex sales opportunities.
• Collaborate with teams to design impactful client solutions.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

Relationship-building

Digital medical education

Job description

About Us

At WebMD Global, weu2019re redefining how healthcare professionals worldwide access trusted, high-quality medical information. As part of the Medscape Global Networku2014including Medscape, Univadis, coliquio, MediQuality, QxMD, Guidelines, JIM.fr, and Grupo Sanedu2014we connect with over 6.5 million physicians and 13 million healthcare professionals globally. Our mission: to empower HCPs with the knowledge and tools they need to improve patient outcomes everywhere.

The Opportunity

Weu2019re seeking a Director of Strategic Accounts to join our London-based Medical Affairs business unit. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role where youu2019ll drive business growth while helping shape how pharmaceutical companies engage with healthcare professionals worldwide. Youu2019ll act as a trusted partner to global and regional Medical Affairs teams, designing and delivering innovative, strategic solutions that advance medical education and scientific exchange. With the backing of world-class clinical strategy, marketing, and client services teams, youu2019ll have the autonomy to own your territory, build deep relationships, and make a real impact.

What Youu2019ll Do

• Forge and expand high-value partnerships with senior Medical Affairs stakeholders at top pharmaceutical companies.
• Identify and close complex, consultative sales opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design impactful, data-driven client solutions.
• Represent Medscape at major industry events, building visibility, thought leadership, and strategic influence.
• Balance commercial success with a mission to improve the way medical knowledge is shared worldwide.

What Youu2019ll Bring

• 3u20135+ yearsu2019 experience in sales, business development, or client partnershipsu2014experience in med comms or medical education is a strong plus.
• A strong network within the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in Medical Affairs.
• Proven ability to sell strategic solutions consultatively.
• Expertise in digital medical education, scientific exchange, or medical communications.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with senior decision-makers.
• Tenacity, resilience, and a growth mindset.

Why Join Us

• High-reward opportunity: Competitive base salary with uncapped commission, offering the potential to double your earnings.
• Real impact: Help advance medical knowledge and improve patient outcomes worldwide.
• Autonomy & visibility: Shape your territory, own your pipeline, and work directly with senior leaders.
• Global exposure: Travel across Europeu2014and occasionally the US and beyondu2014to represent a trusted, market-leading brand.
• Full benefits package including pension, private health insurance, and life insurance.