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UK Business Head - Hospitals

England Permanent View Job Description
A leading global pharmaceutical company is seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to head its UK hospital business, with a focus on supplying many market leading drug products covering multiple therapy areas. This pivotal role focuses on driving growth, ensuring compliance, and fostering partnerships to achieve grow the UK business.
  • Shape strategy and drive growth for a leading pharmaceutical company.
  • Part of a global organisation with an expanding footprint in UK hopsitals

About Our Client

A global pharmaceutical organisation with over six decades of heritage, specialising in the development and supply of complex generics, biosimilars, and specialty medicines. The company maintains a strong presence in regulated markets, with robust capabilities across R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute strategic plans to drive business growth in the hospital sector.
  • Manage the operational and financial performance of the hospital division.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders, including healthcare providers and suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Monitor market trends and provide insights to adapt strategies effectively.
  • Lead a team to achieve sales and operational targets.
  • Prepare and present performance reports to senior leadership.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.

The Successful Applicant

A successful UK Business Head - Hospitals should have:

  • 15+ years in pharma/biopharma, with a proven track record in senior commercial leadership
  • Proven experience in UK hospital business, especially across multiple therapy areas.
  • Strong network within UK hospital procurement and clinical stakeholders
  • Bachelor's in Business, Life Sciences, or Pharmacy; MBA preferred
  • Ability to develop and implement strategic plans effectively.
  • Solid understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary range
  • Comprehensive car allowance and performance-based bonus.
  • Opportunities for career advancement.
  • Supportive company culture with a focus on professional growth.
  • Chance to lead a key division in a growing organisation.



This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to make a meaningful impact. If you are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Ben Appleton
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6829836

Job summary

Function
Sales
Subsector
Sales Subsector
Industry
Life Sciences
Location
England
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Appleton
Job reference
JN-092025-6829836
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