Life Sciences Sales Executive

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Life Sciences Sales Executive to grow our customer base across London and the South East. This field‑based position involves building strong relationships with academia, biotech, pharma and healthcare organisations while travelling throughout the territory.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and develop existing customer accounts in the assigned region.
• Create and execute account plans, contact strategies and customer development initiatives.
• Prospect, onboard and grow new customers across the life‑science sector.
• Achieve territory sales and profit targets, including product‑category goals.
• Conduct face‑to‑face meetings, site visits, product demonstrations and discussions.
• Maintain accurate activity and opportunity data in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with internal specialists (equipment, microscopy, reagents) to deliver optimal solutions.
• Represent the company at exhibitions, trade events and joint supplier visits.
• Monitor market and competitor activity, reporting insights and commercial opportunities.

Required profile

• Proven experience in B2B sales within life sciences, biotech or related fields.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively.
• Based in London or the M25 area, with a strong commercial drive.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a pipeline of opportunities.

Required skills

• CRM system proficiency

What we offer

• Competitive salary £37,500‑£45,000 per year.
• 25% OTE commission and car allowance.
• Full‑time permanent contract with regular travel across a dynamic territory.