Cranleigh STEM & Sustainability Recruitment
Business Development Associate
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Business Development Associate – Pharmaceutical Devices
Location: Central London
Salary: Up to £35,000 basic + bonus
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm
We are recruiting for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Associate to join a growing organisation operating within the pharmaceutical device sector.
This is an excellent opportunity for a scientifically qualified graduate or early-career professional looking to develop a career in business development and sales. You will support the wider BD team in identifying new opportunities, engaging prospective clients, and expanding the organisation’s international market presence.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and identify prospective customers and commercial opportunities.
- Contact potential clients and support lead-generation activities.
- Maintain and improve CRM data, including customer and market intelligence.
- Support client meetings, sales planning, and business development campaigns.
- Build relationships with prospective clients and key stakeholders.
- Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activity.
- Work with marketing colleagues on campaigns and promotional activities.
- Prepare reports covering sales activity, market trends, and commercial performance.
- Represent the organisation at exhibitions, conferences, and industry events.
- Provide market feedback to product development, engineering, and quality teams.
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About You
- A 2:1 degree or above in a scientific discipline related to pharmaceutical sciences and/or business management.
- A strong interest in developing a career in sales and business development.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Highly organised, proactive, and attentive to detail.
- Commercially aware, resilient, and comfortable working towards targets.
- Familiarity with CRM systems or lead-generation tools would be advantageous.
- Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
- Willing and able to travel internationally when required.
- Eligible to work permanently in the UK and able to meet international travel requirements.
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This position offers a competitive basic salary of up to £35,000, an additional bonus scheme, and the opportunity to build a commercial career within an innovative, internationally focused pharmaceutical technology business.
To find out more or apply, please contact me directly at gareth@cranleighstem.co.uk or submit your CV via LinkedIn.
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