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We're looking for a commercially driven, relationship-focused sales professional with deep pharma sector knowledge to join our Healthcare Key Accounts team. This is a strategic role for someone who knows how to open doors, build trust with senior stakeholders, and turn complex client relationships into long-term revenue partnerships.
Job Responsibility:
Identify, target, and secure key pharma accounts for sponsorship and exhibition opportunities
Build and nurture deep relationships with major pharmaceutical companies
Achieve and exceed sales targets through renewals, upselling, cross-selling, and multi-event packages
Lead client meetings, presentations, and contract negotiations
Create and manage dynamic account plans aligned with client goals
Proactively network across marketing, medical affairs, R&D, commercial, and external engagement teams to uncover opportunities and budget holders
Map organisational structures to expand account penetration
Stay informed on NHS priorities, ICB/ICS structures, ABPI Code, and pharma policy trends
Attend and support CloserStill's UK healthcare events throughout the year
Work with content, marketing, and operations teams to shape commercially attractive propositions
Stay on top of pharma industry trends and competitor activity
Maintain a robust pipeline via CRM and report sales activity accurately
Requirements:
5–7 years' B2B sales experience selling to pharmaceutical or life sciences clients
Strong consultative sales skills with proven ability to exceed revenue targets
Excellent networker who can navigate large, complex organisations
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Highly motivated, target-driven, and results-oriented
Comfortable managing multiple projects across a fast-paced events calendar
Willingness to travel nationally and internationally
Nice to have:
Existing pharma network (marketing, medical affairs, commercial teams)
Background in event sales, media, or agencies serving pharma clients
Knowledge of the UK healthcare system, ABPI compliance, and NHS buyer behaviour
Deep understanding of the pharma sector, stakeholders, budget cycles, and regulatory considerations