At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth and manage customer accounts in a fast-paced life sciences environment.
- Company: Join Exactmer, an innovative life sciences company transforming pharmaceutical technologies.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by building relationships and supporting cutting-edge projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering or Science, with experience in account management or business development.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About Exactmer: Exactmer is an innovative life sciences company developing membrane technologies for the pharmaceutical industry. We work closely with customers and partners to deliver high-impact projects and translate cutting-edge innovation into real-world value.
We are seeking a Business Development Associate to join our growing Business Development team. This role combines customer account management, commercial support, and business development activity. You will act as a key interface between our customers and internal delivery teams, ensuring strong relationships, successful project execution, and account growth.
Key responsibilities:
- Business Development & Growth
- Identify new customer leads and opportunities and expand existing customer relationships.
- Support new business development activities, customer engagement initiatives, and strategic partnerships.
- Contribute to market research and opportunity identification.
- Assist with investment and fundraising activities.
- Support with grant proposal scoping and preparation.
- Customer Account Management
- Prepare commercial quotations, pricing proposals, and commercial offers.
- Review commercial agreements, statements of work, proposals, and customer contracts.
- Support invoicing activities in line with contractual requirements and agreed schedules.
- Act as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts, building strong, trusted relationships.
- Support technical teams in the successful delivery of customer projects.
- Facilitate regular customer meetings, project reviews, and progress reporting.
- Reporting, Analysis & Business Support
- Develop presentations and slide decks for customers, investors, stakeholders, and senior leadership when required.
- Assist in continuous improvement initiatives across business operations and project delivery processes.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of business systems, processes, and reporting tools (e.g. CRM systems).
- Provide flexible support to the team and undertake ad hoc duties as required.
About You
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, commercially aware, and comfortable working across multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will be confident engaging with customers and internal stakeholders, and motivated by both relationship-building and delivering operational excellence.
Requirements:
- Degree in Engineering, Chemistry or science related field (PhD preferred).
- Previous experience (ideally 2 years) in account management, business development, or a similar commercial role.
- Strong communication and relationship management skills.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience preparing professional documents such as commercial proposals, reports, and presentations.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Experience in working with CRM systems.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in a technical, scientific, engineering, or innovation-led environment ideally in pharma/biotech field.
- Familiarity with commercial contracts, pricing, and customer agreements.
- Familiarity with IP portfolio management.
We offer an attractive remuneration package and a hybrid working environment. The candidate will be expected to work 2 days per week from our office in Dagenham East.
To apply, send us your 2-page CV and a letter covering your background and interest in this role. We will be continuously reviewing applicants but prefer applications before 15th July.
Business Development Associate employer: Exactmer
Exactmer is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, ideal for those passionate about the life sciences sector. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, alongside an attractive salary package and the flexibility of a hybrid working model in the vibrant Greater London area. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team where your contributions directly impact project success and customer satisfaction.
