National Sales Manager

Evolve Selection; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK Pharmaceutical organisation is seeking a National Sales Manager to lead a high-performing sales team. In this full-time national role, you will shape strategy, build customer partnerships, and contribute to life-changing medicines. Ideal candidates will have proven sales expertise in pharmaceuticals, inspiring leadership experience, and local market knowledge. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits

Exceptional bonus

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven sales expertise within the UK pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Experience in leading and coaching high-performing teams.
• ABPI qualified.
• Experience in Rheumatology or Dermatology is advantageous.
• Knowledge of the UK market landscape.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a team of Key Account Managers.
• Identify and maximise new business opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with customers.
• Design and implement training for team development.
• Communicate ideas effectively to inspire collaboration.

Skills

Sales expertise in pharmaceuticals

Leadership and coaching

ABPI qualification

Understanding of local market access

Job description

Evolve is partnering with a UK Pharmaceutical organisation who are seeking a National Sales Manager. This is your opportunity to lead, inspire and develop a high-performing sales team, driving commercial success while make a real difference for patients.

This is a full-time national role where you'll enjoy the freedom to shape strategy, build strong customer partnerships, and unlock new opportunities in an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and your personal growth.

What's in it for you?

• Excellent Salary & Benefits - A competitive starting salary, plus exceptional bonus, car allowance, pension, private healthcare and more!
• Make a Real Impact - Contribute to life-changing medicines that directly improve patient lives.
• Agility & Innovation - Work in an agile team, giving you a chance to drive new ideas into practice.
• Job Stability - Thrive in one of the industry's most resilient and future-proof organisations.

Ideal Requirements for the National Sales Manager

• Proven sales expertise within the UK pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with a track record of driving impact and delivering results.
• Inspiring leadership experience - you've successfully led and coached high-performing teams in a commercial environment and know how to bring out the best in people.
• ABPI qualified - your knowledge and professionalism are backed by the recognised industry standard.
• Therapy area advantage - experience in Rheumatology or Dermatology will set you apart and help you hit the ground running.
• Local market access know-how - you understand the UK landscape and how to navigate it to unlock opportunities.

Role Responsibilities for the National Sales Manager

• Inspire and lead a team of talented Key Account Managers across the UK, coaching and empowering them to reach their full potential.
• Spot and shape opportunities - take ownership of identifying and maximising new business possibilities, leveraging the full strength and resources of the company.
• Be the voice of the customer - build strong, trusted relationships by understanding their needs and creating solutions that deliver real value.
• Invest in people - design and drive tailored training and development plans that help each team member grow, succeed, and excel in their role.
• Communicate with impact - share ideas and insights with clarity and energy, inspiring collaboration and understanding at every level.

Recruitment Process

1. Microsoft Teams meeting with the hiring manager
2. Assessment centre - Connect with a hiring manager and team who are committed to guiding your career and helping you make an impact.

Excited to learn more? Click apply or reach out to the Pharmaceutical recruitment team for full details!

Evolve is a leading recruitment and outsourcing organisation, operating within the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Medical Device and Life Science sectors.

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success as a company, We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.