• Contract
  • Europe
  • Recruiter: Karolina Frank

The Life Science Career Network

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Sales Specialist / Business Development (80-100%)

Our client, a life-sciences consultancy, is looking for a Sales Specialist for a 6-12 months contract position (maternity cover) (with the potential to transition into a permanent position).

The role can be done remotely from Germany.

No travelling is required.

As a Sales Specialist, your core responsibility will be to build and maintain strong relationships with both existing and potential clients.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Identifying, qualifying, and following up on leads within the life sciences market, with a focus on biotech and pharma companies.
  • Managing and keeping HubSpot up to date, including leads, contact moments, pipeline status, and reporting.
  • Building and maintaining relationships with Clinical Operations Managers, CSOs, CDOs, and other relevant client contacts.
  • Supporting preparation for conferences and industry events, including identifying relevant contacts and booking meetings in advance.
  • Conducting market research to identify new opportunities, market developments, and competitors.
  • Working closely with the Business Development team to support the handover of qualified leads into promising opportunities.
  • Reaching out to prospective clients through the website, including those downloading flyers, whitepapers, and other materials.
  • Contacting prospective clients through conferences, events, and online channels, using HubSpot to manage activity and follow-up.
  • Following up on proposals and maintaining client relationships to keep prospective clients engaged.
  • Collaborating with the Marketing team by sharing industry insights, supporting consistent messaging, and helping keep Capability Decks up to date.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • 2 or more years of experience in a similar role within a CRO, life sciences service organization, or consulting firm supporting life sciences clients.
  • Strong knowledge of the life sciences industry, particularly biotech, pharma, CRO, or related service environments.
  • An active network in C-suite of Biotech or Pharma companies.
  • An established network within Clinical Operations is essential.
  • An international network across Europe and the US is highly desirable.
  • B2B experience in a similar commercial, inside sales, business development, or client-facing role within life sciences.
  • English fluent.

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