Business Development Manager - SAAS

Business Development Manager Revolutionary SaaS | Electronic Health Records | Clinical Trials & Drug Development Salary: £50,000–£60,000 (negotiable) + uncapped commission + excellent benefits Location: Home-based with access to Manchester offices (1–2 days per month) The Opportunity This is not just another sales role. You’ll be joining a fast-growing UK business at the forefront of transforming how life-saving drugs are developed. With a proven track record of securing multi-million-pound transatlantic deals with leading global pharmaceutical companies, the business is scaling rapidly—and you could be a key part of that journey. If you’re looking to sell a genuinely innovative solution, work with an exceptional leadership team, and accelerate your career in a high-growth environment, this is your chance. About the Company & Solution This organisation is redefining how Electronic Health Record (EHR) data is used in clinical research. Their cutting-edge SaaS platform analyses and interprets real-world healthcare data, turning it into powerful insights that drive smarter, faster drug development. Clients—including major global pharmaceutical companies—use this platform to: * Access real-time, searchable patient data * Optimise clinical trial design and execution * Reduce development timelines and costs * Bring life-saving treatments to market faster The impact? Tangible improvements in global health outcomes, powered by data. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving new business growth across the pharmaceutical and CRO landscape. This is a strategic, consultative sales position where you’ll engage senior stakeholders and build demand for a complex, high-value solution. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy creating opportunities from scratch, navigating long sales cycles, and influencing decision-makers in a highly specialised market. Key Responsibilities * Build, manage, and convert a high-quality pipeline of new business opportunities * Identify and engage key stakeholders across pharmaceutical companies and CROs * Develop relationships with teams in clinical development, medical affairs, and real-world evidence * Lead consultative sales processes from initial engagement through to close * Articulate the value of a complex, data-driven SaaS solution * Maintain accurate pipeline visibility and forecasting via CRM About You We’re looking for a driven, commercially minded sales professional who is ready to step up and make an impact. You will have: * 1–3 years’ experience in a relevant sales or business development role * Exposure to the life sciences, pharmaceutical, or CRO market * A track record of generating new business and hitting targets * Experience selling solutions (ideally SaaS or data-driven offerings) * The ability to engage multiple stakeholders and manage complex sales cycles * A proactive, self-starting mindset with the hunger to succeed Most importantly, you’re ambitious, resilient, and excited by the opportunity to sell something that genuinely makes a difference. Why Join? * Sell a truly innovative, market-leading solution * Be part of a company closing multi-million-pound global deals * Work directly with an experienced and supportive leadership team * Enjoy significant earning potential with uncapped commission * Accelerate your career in a high-growth, high-impact sector * Contribute to advancements in life-saving drug development