Regional Business Development Manager

Trades Workforce Solutions; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing life sciences consultancy is seeking a self-motivated Regional Business Development Manager to expand its presence in the UK and European markets. Responsibilities include developing strategic sales plans, managing client relationships, and collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in relevant sectors, strong knowledge in product development, and excellent communication skills. This role offers competitive benefits including salary, holidays, and healthcare support.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus

26 days’ holiday plus additional discretionary leave

Private healthcare

Pension contribution

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Pharma, Biotech, Consulting, CRO, or CDMO sectors.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic product development and regulatory strategy.
• Proven track record in lead generation and closing deals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships.
• Identify client needs and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Engineering

Business/marketing qualification

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

CRM systems

Job description

Regional Business Development Manager, UK & Europe

Overview
A rapidly growing life sciences consultancy is seeking a self-motivated Regional Business Development Manager to expand its presence in the UK and European markets. The role focuses on developing new client relationships, generating sales opportunities, and driving growth in product development and regulatory strategy services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets and grow the customer base.
• Establish and maintain strong senior-level client relationships, acting as the main point of contact.
• Identify client needs, prepare tailored proposals, and negotiate contracts/SOWs.
• Collaborate with internal teams on planning, reporting, and delivery.
• Manage existing client accounts while expanding into new target accounts.
• Travel (~50% of the time) across the UK and Europe for client visits and conferences.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Pharma, Biotech, Consulting, CRO, or CDMO sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Engineering; additional business/marketing qualification is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of therapeutic product development and the role of regulatory strategy.
• Proven track record in business development: lead generation, client scoping, and closing deals.
• Skilled in relationship building, negotiation, and managing multiple accounts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, and CRM systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• 26 days’ holiday plus additional discretionary leave.
• Private healthcare and pension contribution.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Employee Ownership Trust participation.
• Professional development support within a collaborative, international team environment.

We truly appreciate the time and effort you put into your application. Due to the high volume of interest in this role, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, unfortunately this means you have not been successful on this occasion.