Exactmer
Business Development Associate
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Business Development Associate – Exactmer
About Exactmer
Exactmer is an innovative life sciences company developing membrane technologies for the pharmaceutical industry. We collaborate closely with customers and partners to deliver high-impact projects and translate cutting-edge innovation into real-world value.
About the Role
We are seeking a Business Development Associate to join our growing Business Development team. This role combines:
- Customer account management
- Commercial support
- Business development activity
In this position, you will act as a key interface between our customers and internal delivery teams, ensuring: ✔ Strong relationships ✔ Successful project execution ✔ Account growth
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Growth
- Identify new customer leads and explore expansion opportunities in existing relationships.
- Support new business development, customer engagement initiatives, and strategic partnerships.
- Contribute to market research and opportunity identification.
- Assist with investment and fundraising activities.
- Support grant proposal scoping and preparation.
Customer Account Management
- Prepare commercial quotations, pricing proposals, and commercial offers.
- Review commercial agreements, statements of work, proposals, and customer contracts.
- Support invoicing activities in line with contractual requirements and agreed schedules.
- Act as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts, building trusted relationships.
- Support technical teams in delivering customer projects.
- Facilitate customer meetings, project reviews, and progress reporting.
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Reporting, Analysis & Business Support
- Develop presentations and slide decks for customers, investors, stakeholders, and senior leadership as needed.
- Assist in business process improvements for operations and project delivery.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of business systems (e.g., CRM systems).
- Provide flexible support to the team and undertake ad hoc duties.
About You
We are looking for a highly organised, commercially aware individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will: ✔ Be confident engaging with customers and internal stakeholders. ✔ Be motivated by relationship-building and operational excellence.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications
✅ Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a science-related field (PhD preferred). ✅ 2+ years of experience in account management, business development, or a similar commercial role. ✅ Strong communication and relationship management skills. ✅ Excellent organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities. ✅ Experience preparing professional documents (commercial proposals, reports, presentations). ✅ Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. ✅ Prior experience with CRM systems.
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Desirable Skills
🔹 Experience in technical, scientific, or engineering environments, preferably in pharma/biotech. 🔹 Familiarity with commercial contracts, pricing, and customer agreements. 🔹 Knowledge of IP portfolio management.
Our Offer
We provide an attractive remuneration package and a hybrid working environment. The role expects a minimum of 2 days/week based at our office in Dagenham East.
Next Steps
For more information, email: info4@exactmer.com
To apply: ✔ Submit a 2-page CV ✔ Include a cover letter outlining your background and interest in the role
We review applications continuously but prefer submissions before 15th July.
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