Pharmaceutical Jobs

How do I tailor my CV for Pharmaceutical job applications?

Start by looking through the job description and highlighting where you have shown the relevant skills on your CV. Also, ensure you have included your relevant experience, qualifications, and achievements while using industry specific keywords so the recruitment team can see how your talent aligns to the role in question. Be sure to include achievements (perhaps highlighting relationships / successes) that are relevant to the role you are applying for, as well as highlighting different therapy areas you have experience within.

What qualifications do I need to work in the Pharmaceutical industry?

The qualifications needed to work in the pharmaceutical industry can vary depending on the specific role and sector within the industry. However, employers are often looking to see you have a bachelor’s degree and relevant certifications e.g. Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) and industry specific knowledge. In the commercial space, employers often look for an ABPI qualification especially in a Secondary Care Sales setting or within Brand Management. Within the Marketing space, employers may look for a CIM / advanced diploma in Marketing, and within the Medical Affairs space, employers may seek a qualified pharmacist background.

What are the opportunities for career growth in the pharmaceutical sector?

For sales professionals, career growth may involve progressing from Sales Representatives to Key Account Managers, Sales Managers or Commercial Managers.

For Marketing professions, progression may develop into Brand or Product Managers, Brand Leads, Marketing Managers, and Marketing Directors.

For Medical Affairs professionals, you may progress into roles such as Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs Managers, or Medical Directors.

For advice on your career progression or to discuss available Pharmaceutical jobs, please call the team on 01494 818 033.