Business Development Executive - Scientific

We are working in partnership with an award winning and highly specialised expert in their field, who provide products, services and consultancy to clients in the medical, pharmaceutical, clinical, scientific sectors and more. Established in 1997, they are globally recognised for their unique subject matter expertise and are currently expanding. They are seeking a sharp, articulate and science-savvy Business Development Executive to join our high-performing sales team.
The role is predominantly outbound sales, targeting high-tech and pharmaceutical clients ranging from Formula 1 teams to the European Space Agency. You’ll be selling precision packaging solutions that ensure the stability and accuracy of pharmaceutical and diagnostic products. This is a niche role in a niche industry — a perfect fit for someone who thrives on intellectual challenge and can confidently engage with PhDs and engineers alike. In this exciting role, you will work alongside 5 other salespeople, reporting to the Commercial Director, in an intelligent and supportive environment, where staff retention is a priority. The role is office based to enable adequate training and development.
Key responsibilities:

• Lead outbound sales efforts (approx. 95%) to prospect, qualify, and close opportunities across the pharma, aerospace, and polymer sectors.
  
• Engage confidently and knowledgeably with scientific and technical stakeholders (many PhD-level clients).
  
• Create and deliver persuasive sales presentations and copy — both written and spoken.
  
• Source leads using AI tools, industry databases, and associations.
  
• Handle sales conversations adeptly, especially the critical first 20–30 seconds on a cold call.
  
• Undertake continuous professional development including NLP, sales grammar, and technical product training.
  The successful candidate will hold a 2:1 or First-class degree in a science-related discipline (e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Marine Biology, etc.), as well as 2–5 years’ experience in a commercial role (B2B sales, preferably technical/scientific). They will hold the ability to confidently and clearly communicate technical concepts, therefore, excellent written English with the capability to write compelling, accurate copy is a must. High intellectual agility is needed, and they must be able to handle challenging conversations with scientists and engineers as well as high energy, competitive, and results-driven mindset – a “hunter” rather than a “farmer”.
  This is a fantastic opportunity for an articulate, driven sales professional with a scientific background and a passion to use their subject matter expertise in a commercial capacity. They offer high rewards for success and an excellent benefits package which includes a pension, a generous holiday allowance and excellent sales training and mentoring, all set within a scenic and pleasant office location.
  Please note: Due to the office location, a driving license and car is essential as it is not accessible via public transport. The company will consider relocators with a genuine interest in the business and commitment to move closer to the office