Strategic Life Sciences Account Executive

TransPerfect Translations International; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TransPerfect Life Sciences professionals provide language, regulatory, and technology solutions for pharma, biotech and medical device firms. This Account Executive role focuses on developing new business relationships and accounts in the life sciences sector, handling the process from lead generation through to close with full account ownership.

You will identify prospects, educate clients on TransPerfect services, and manage pricing and contracts to drive profitable projects while delivering

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of sales, account management, or strategic business development within life sciences or localization.
• Proven track record of growing revenue in existing accounts, not only retention.
• Experience selling or managing large localization, clinical services, or technology engagements.
• Familiarity with enterprise life sciences buying processes (procurement, MSAs, vendor qualification).
• Ability to operate independently with a live account load from day one.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business relationships and accounts via direct sales from lead to close.
• Present TransPerfect services and capabilities to clients in life sciences.
• Identify prospects through cold calls, research, networking, and events.
• Quote, manage, and bill projects with production teams to ensure profitability.
• Navigate pricing and contracts while maintaining high client service standards.

Skills

Integrity

Quality focus

Client service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Respect

Diversity awareness

Financial responsibility

Results driven

Job description

TransPerfect Life Sciences professionals provide language, regulatory, and technology solutions for pharma, biotech and medical device firms. This Account Executive role focuses on developing new business relationships and accounts in the life sciences sector, handling the process from lead generation through to close with full account ownership.

You will identify prospects, educate clients on TransPerfect services, and manage pricing and contracts to drive profitable projects while delivering