Membership Body Account Executive

• Membership charity looking for a business development-minded Account Executive
• London-based client development role, working across the life sciences space

About Our Client

Our client has a worldwide membership based in universities, industry, hospitals, research institutes, schools and other organisations.

Job Description

• You will be responsible for working with colleagues, members and partners - both existing and potential - to develop pathways to new opportunities in a rapidly changing landscape.
• Collaborate with partners to benefit members and grow and diversify income streams for long-term sustainability.
• Develop client relationships and work closely with colleagues across the Development Opportunities, Scientific Programmes and Engagement and Storytelling themes to increase collaboration with industry to develop and grow and sustain income generating activities.
• Manage a portfolio of partner accounts - including a range of commercial organisations working on products and services for the scientific community - developing and nurturing strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders to deliver and maintain sustainable income streams.
• Proactively identify and pursue opportunities with new companies to grow our client's network of industry partners, income generation opportunities and financial support for activities.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and market conditions to anticipate client needs and opportunities.
• Represent the Society at events and, as appropriate, target industry contacts that can bring added value to the Society's programmes and activities, delivering tangible results through effective stakeholder management.

The Successful Applicant

Our client is looking for a consultative and customer-centric team player, with an interest in and ideally an understanding of (possibly through degree studies) of the life sciences / medical space. It is desirable that you come with experience of having worked for a membership organisation and have sales experience.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams.

Ability to work independently, managing and prioritising the workload and making informed decisions regarding prospects and projects.

Customer support and business development / client engagement experience.

Skilled in confidently negotiating and managing interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Self-motivated with good time-management and communication skills.

Travel to UK and European events - ability and want to do this.

What's on Offer

This is a hybrid role where two days a week are required in the London office. £31k salary and excellent benefits including 10% employer contribution to pension.

I look forward to hearing from you.