Healthcare Development Manager – Smoking Cessation
Maternity Cover
Southwest/Midlands
Field‑based
We’re recruiting a Healthcare Development Manager (maternity cover) to support growth within the smoking cessation category, working strategically across primary and secondary care.
About the role
This is a highly visible, field‑based role where you will:
1. Build strong relationships with NHS stakeholders and key influencers
2. Support the development and implementation of local smoking cessation initiatives
3. Deliver education and training to influence prescribing behaviour
4. Translate national guidance into impactful local programmes
5. Work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to drive regional performance
About you
6. ABPI qualified
7. Strong experience working with NHS stakeholders
8. Background in pharmaceutical / healthcare sales or account management
9. Confident presenter with excellent influencing and relationship‑building skills
10. Motivated, strategic, and passionate about healthcare and behaviour change
Why this opportunity?
11. Work in a high‑impact therapy area with real public health value
12. Strategic, relationship‑led role with autonomy and visibility
13. Opportunity to influence pathways and drive meaningful outcomes
14. Supportive, collaborative environment with clear objectives
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a difference, apply your commercial skills, and work within smoking cessation, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!
Please note, sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.
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