Key Account Manager – Life Science Research Sales
London | Field-based
Own a high-value London territory at the centre of one of Europe’s most active research hubs, working directly with leading scientists and institutions. This is a strategic, consultative sales role for someone in life science sales looking for greater ownership, stronger accounts, and a more meaningful commercial impact. The role sits within a strategic, account-focused environment rather than a transactional one, offering direct access to leading academic and biotech customers, along with a high level of autonomy and clear scope for growth.
What you’ll be doing
* Manage and grow key accounts across academia and biotech
* Drive new business while expanding existing relationships
* Lead complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles
* Build and execute strategic account plans
* Position solutions at both scientific and commercial levels
* Maintain pipeline visibility and accurate forecasting
Requirements
* Experience in life science sales (research tools, consumables, or instrumentation)
* Proven track record of delivering against targets and managing a territory
* Experience selling into academic and/or biotech environments
* Strong consultative selling approach
* Life Sciences degree; lab experience is an advantage
This role is well suited to someone already in life science sales who is ready to step into greater ownership and take full responsibility for a high-potential territory. It offers the chance to move into a more strategic, account-driven environment, working closely with leading academic and biotech customers, and building deeper, long-term partnerships rather than operating in a purely transactional sales model.
If you want to step into a role where you can take full ownership of a key region and build long-term partnerships within the research community, this is a strong next move.