Life Sciences Account Executive — Drive New Business

TransPerfect Translations International; Singapore; On-site; SGD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect Translations International in Singapore is seeking an Account Executive to develop new business and serve as the first point of contact for Life Sciences clients, delivering high-quality language services.

The role emphasizes prospect research, data management, client education on our processes and timelines, and close coordination with production to ensure flawless delivery. Customer satisfaction and meeting revenue targets are key priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong English communication skills.
• 1–3 years sales experience.
• Proven sales lifecycle from lead generation to closing.
• Track record of meeting sales targets.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Research prospective clients through internet, trade show lists, referrals, directories.
• Create accurate spreadsheets of prospective client data (names, titles, contacts, addresses).
• Generate daily mailings to prospective clients using updated data.
• Cold call prospective clients.
• Improve current new business development strategy through creative problem solving.
• Negotiate rates and deadlines with clients.
• Explain TransPerfect’s translation process, rates, turnaround times, and competitors’ information.
• Coordinate with production to ensure jobs are handled accurately and efficiently.
• Follow up with clients to ensure satisfaction with delivery, quality, and service.
• Research and understand industries TransPerfect markets to, including leaders and current events.
• Perform other special projects as required.

Skills

English communication

Sales experience

Sales lifecycle

Sales targets

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

TransPerfect Translations International in Singapore is seeking an Account Executive to develop new business and serve as the first point of contact for Life Sciences clients, delivering high-quality language services.

The role emphasizes prospect research, data management, client education on our processes and timelines, and close coordination with production to ensure flawless delivery. Customer satisfaction and meeting revenue targets are key priorities.