We are seeking a Business Development Manager, UK, on behalf of our client, to drive growth across life sciences and diagnostics, with a strong focus on molecular biology solutions. This is a career-defining opportunity for a commercial leader who wants to make a measurable impact in a high-growth, strategically important market.
As Business Development Manager, you will not only deliver new business and strengthen key relationships, but also shape the commercial strategy for a portfolio that underpins vital research and diagnostic workflows. Covering research, biopharma, clinical, and industrial sectors, you will take ownership of market growth in the UK. This position is UK-based with extensive travel (around 60–70%).
Key Responsibilities – Business Development Manager, UK
- Own and deliver the UK growth strategy for molecular biology solutions across life sciences and diagnostics.
- Identify, target, and secure new revenue opportunities, with a focus on academia, biopharma, pharma, and clinical diagnostics.
- Build trusted partnerships with decision-makers, senior stakeholders, and key opinion leaders.
- Work closely with commercial and technical teams to deliver solutions that integrate seamlessly into customer workflows.
- Provide market insight by analysing competitor activity, technology trends, and scientific developments, translating these into actionable strategy.
- Take full accountability for pipeline development, forecasting, and revenue delivery.
Candidate Profile – Business Development Manager, Life Sciences
- Degree in Life Sciences (molecular biology or related field); advanced qualifications a strong advantage.
- Proven track record in business development, solution selling, or capital equipment sales within life sciences or diagnostics.
- Strong technical grounding in molecular biology workflows, with the ability to influence technical and commercial stakeholders.
- Strategic mindset with proactive, confident execution in complex customer engagements.
- UK-based, flexible for extensive national travel (60–70%).
Why Join Our Client
- Represent a globally respected life sciences innovator, renowned for shaping markets and setting industry standards.
- Take ownership of a strategically critical portfolio with real market growth potential.
- Work in a collaborative, high-performance environment where your impact is visible.
- Competitive salary, bonus/commission, pension, healthcare, and flexible benefits.
This is an opportunity to define and deliver commercial strategy and growth in molecular biology for life sciences and diagnostics. If you are an ambitious Business Development Manager looking to elevate your career in the UK market, we want to hear from you.
