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Director, Business Development

ICON Reading senior full-time

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Description

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a Director, Business Development at ICON, you will foster client relationships, driving strategic initiatives, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

Responsibilities

Your experience in Observational Research, Real-World Evidence, Real-World Data, Health Economics, and Market Access account management and client services will be key in delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring colleagues. Key responsibilities include:

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients including executive level and C-suite level contacts, serving as a primary point of contact for communication and support.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess client pipelines, develop actionable insights into current and emerging needs, and mobilize cross-functional expertise to create differentiated, fit-for-purpose solutions that deliver client value and support growth.
  • Identify opportunities for account expansion and revenue growth, leveraging industry trends and market insights.
  • Manage the end-to-end sales process, from lead generation to contract negotiation and close.
  • Monitor account performance, track key metrics, and identify areas for improvement to enhance client satisfaction and retention.

Your Profile

You will have a strong foundation in consultative selling, account management and client services, with the experience to work independently and guide others. Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, life sciences, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in Observational Research, Real-World Evidence, Health Economics, and Market Access.
  • Proven experience in account management, sales, or client services within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research industry.
  • Strong understanding of peri approval and post approval study operations, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
  • Willingness to travel as required (approximately 40%).

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives.
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
  • Retirement and pension plans.
  • Life assurance and disability coverage.
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

Skills

Required

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://icon.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/broadbean_external/job/UK-Reading/Director--Business-Development_JR162726-1

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