At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead business development strategies and connect with clients in the clinical research field.
- Company: Join Pivotal, a top-tier contract research organisation in Europe.
- Benefits: Enjoy career growth, flexible schedules, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunities for all.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in medical science while working with diverse teams.
- Qualifications: 8 years of sales experience in CROs and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 Β£ per year.
Director Business Development
Pivotal is excited to expand our team and we are looking for an experienced, highly motivated Director Business Development who shares our vision of providing clinical research excellence.
Joining Pivotal means that you will enjoy being a member of one of the leading full-service contract research organizations in Europe with a very solid reputation.
This role promises to gain direct experience with our clients and offer career growth and professional development within a scientific and data driven company.
You'll have the opportunity to put your passion into working in an environment designed to help you gain experience in a wide variety of therapeutic areas.
Why Pivotal
- We are passionate and fully committed to medical science while using technology, to make a positive impact.
- We provide an exceptional experience.
We take care of our employees, and we ensure everyone receives permanent mentoring and training and a push to always take one step further as well as untold international experience that will help you grow and will accompany all your life.
- We are continuously building the company, bringing together diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives, being able to create a place where everyone feels like they belong.
Your responsibilities will include
- Support the design and implementation of the sales strategy plan. Perform market analysis to identify trends.
- Perform market analysis identifying potential clients and define strategy to approach them (channel, responsible person, etc.).
- Maintain general knowledge of all Pivotal services, develop and lead sales presentation and marketing messages.
- Sourced and closed new clients through referrals, cold calling, networking, and other means (conference/trade shows planning and attendance, regional organisations, etc.)
- Leverage potential new business opportunities within existing clients.
Analyze potential opportunities and develop sales plans for each target account.
Ensure appropriate strategy/solution is proposed to clients.
- Serve as first and principal point of contact with prospects and existing clients.
- Support the coordination of the proposals Μ team, develop and provide oversight on the development of RFIs, RFPs and bid defences.
Review full RFP and Bid defence materials prior to CEO or SVP CD sign-off.
- Coordinate, manage and lead sales initiatives and activities including external parties to ensure alignment.
- Monitor client satisfaction by communicating regularly with clients and proactively resolve clients Μ issues.
- Participate in monthly sales review meetings.
- Update CRM reporting tool (existing clients, bids and potential clients) and prepare monthly sales activity report including client-segmentation and assessment.
Required profile
- University degree highly recommended.
- 8 years of sales experience in CROs is a must
- Proven track record at mid- and high-level contacts
- Excellent Business/Industry awareness and a thorough understanding of industry trends and impact on the business
- High customer obsession skills, works relentlessly towards optimal client experience and satisfaction.
- Ability to continuously earn trust by influencing others internally and externally.
- Ability to deliver results while working on multiple assignments and ability to meet demanding deadlines and expectations in a changing environment.
- Ability to creatively solve problems and generate new ideas.
- Advanced analytics for assessing and interpreting pipeline management data and for reviewing budgets.
- Excellent oral and communication skills.
- Effective communication with colleagues, managers and clients.
- Digital process oriented and experience with CRMs is desirable.
- Language skills: English a must and other languages desirable.
What You Can Expect
- Career growth resources and flexible work schedules.
- Training to enhance therapeutic knowledge.
- Exposure to dynamic work environments and new experiences
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
At Pivotal, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to the success of our team.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic.
Director Business Development in London employer: Pivotal
Pivotal is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly for the Data Platform Lead role. Located in a dynamic environment, employees benefit from comprehensive growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and the chance to work on cutting-edge projects that drive impactful insights across the organisation. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development.
