Manager, Strategic Accounts

WebMD LLC; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director of Strategic Accounts to lead sales efforts in the pharmaceutical sector. This role involves building and nurturing relationships with senior brand managers and marketing teams, leveraging a deep understanding of digital marketing and HCP engagement. You will have the opportunity to work with top pharma brands, driving impactful digital strategies while being supported by industry-leading teams. If you are passionate about sales and innovation in the pharma marketing landscape, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Uncapped Commission

Comprehensive Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Global Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in selling digital marketing solutions to pharma.
• Strong network with pharma brand managers and digital marketing teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business with pharma brand managers.
• Manage and expand key accounts for long-term partnerships.
• Sell digital engagement solutions and consult on marketing strategies.

Skills

Digital Marketing Solutions Sales

Pharma Marketing Regulations

HCP Engagement Strategies

Consultative Relationship Building

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Sales Target Achievement

Job description

ABOUT US

Medscape UK, a division of WebMD, is a leading provider of digital marketing and medical education solutions for pharmaceutical companies. Our platforms connect healthcare professionals with cutting-edge clinical content, treatment updates, and peer-to-peer engagement opportunities. We help pharma brands deliver targeted, high-impact campaigns that engage and educate their key audiences.

THE ROLE

We’re looking for a dynamic Director of Strategic Accounts to drive sales of Medscape’s suite of products to senior brand managers and marketing teams in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a consultative sales role, requiring a deep understanding of HCP engagement, digital advertising, and content marketing strategies in pharma.

The ideal candidate will have a hunter mindset—building new relationships, growing existing accounts, and becoming a trusted partner for our clients. Backed by industry-leading sales, marketing, and client support teams, you’ll help top pharma brands develop impactful digital strategies that resonate with healthcare professionals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Identify, pitch, and secure new business with pharma brand managers, digital marketing teams, and agency partners.
2. Manage and expand key accounts, ensuring long-term strategic partnerships.
3. Sell a unique portfolio of digital engagement solutions, including branded content, targeted media campaigns, virtual events, and educational programs.
4. Consult with clients to craft data-driven, compliant, and effective marketing strategies.
5. Represent Medscape at industry conferences and client meetings across the UK, Europe, and the US.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

1. 5+ years of proven success in selling digital marketing solutions to pharma (experience with medical device or biotech also considered).
2. Strong network of pharma brand managers, digital marketing teams, and tier-one agencies.
3. Deep understanding of pharma marketing regulations, digital advertising, and HCP engagement strategies.
4. Ability to build trusted, consultative relationships at senior levels.
5. Track record of exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
6. Excellent presentation and communication skills.
7. Passion for digital innovation and data-driven marketing.
8. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented sales environment.

WHY JOIN US?

1. Competitive base salary based on experience.
2. Uncapped commission – on-target earnings can double your salary, with additional rewards for exceeding targets.
3. Industry-leading support – work with best-in-class sales, client services, and marketing teams.
4. Comprehensive benefits including pension, private health insurance, and life insurance.
5. Global opportunities – work with top pharma brands across Europe and beyond.

If you're a pharma marketer with a passion for sales coupled with a strong pharma network and a passion for innovation, we'd love to hear from you!