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Strategic Account Manager
Role Overview
Strategic Account Manager(Pathology Solutions) | South UK & Ireland | Field-based
Company Overview
Our client is a global leader in cancer diagnostics, supporting pathology laboratories with innovative technologies and solutions that help clinicians deliver accurate and timely diagnoses. With a strong reputation across the healthcare and life sciences sector, the organisation partners closely with pathology networks and laboratories to improve patient outcomes while driving service efficiency and long-term innovation.
An exciting opportunity for a commercially driven Account Manager to take ownership of strategic pathology accounts and large-scale solution opportunities across the South UK & Ireland region.
Working closely with pathology networks, laboratory leaders, procurement teams, and senior healthcare stakeholders, you will focus on identifying growth opportunities, developing long-term partnerships, and securing high-value contracts. This role combines strategic account management, business development, and stakeholder engagement, offering significant visibility and the opportunity to influence major healthcare initiatives.
Role Requirements
Drive business growth across NHS pathology networks and laboratory customers throughout the territory.
Develop and execute strategic account plans to secure long-term partnerships and revenue growth.
Identify, develop, and manage complex solution-based opportunities and tender processes.
Support the growth, renewal, and extension of large strategic contracts and managed service agreements.
Build strong relationships with laboratory leaders, procurement teams, operational stakeholders, and executive-level decision makers.
Lead customer engagement activities throughout the sales process, from opportunity identification through to implementation.
Work collaboratively with sales, applications, service, and customer support teams to deliver successful outcomes.
Monitor changes within pathology networks and laboratory consolidation projects to identify future growth opportunities.
Maintain a deep understanding of customer needs, market developments, and competitive activity.
Deliver sustainable business growth while ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
Person Specifications
Proven success in sales, account management, or business development within pathology, diagnostics, healthcare, or a related laboratory environment.
Strong understanding of NHS Pathology Networks and the UK healthcare landscape.
Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
Experience managing complex sales cycles, strategic projects, or high-value contracts.
Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams to drive customer success and business growth.
Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable managing a large geographic territory.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing long-term strategic opportunities.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly throughout the UK & Ireland.
Experience within Cellular Pathology or Histology.
Exposure to Managed Service Contracts, tenders, or large-scale procurement projects.
Knowledge of formal sales methodologies and structured strategic selling approaches.
Package
Competitive base salary and bonus structure.
Fully remote field-based role.
Opportunity to manage high-profile pathology accounts and strategic projects.
Exposure to senior NHS and healthcare stakeholders.
Significant opportunities for professional development and career progression within a market-leading organisation.
Company car or car allowance and comprehensive benefits package.
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