As Account Manager, you will take ownership of developing and growing business within the Dutch life sciences market, with a strong focus on building long-term partnerships and delivering solution-based services. You will develop and execute sales strategies to expand the client portfolio, while actively identifying, prospecting, and qualifying new business opportunities with both new and existing customers. A key part of the role involves building strong relationships with stakeholders at C-level as well as within QA, Validation, Regulatory, and operational leadership functions, understanding their technical and compliance challenges, and translating these into tailored consulting, project, or software solutions. You will manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through proposal, negotiation, and contracting, while driving cross-selling and upselling across service areas such as Quality Assurance, Qualification & Validation, and software solutions. Throughout the process, you will collaborate closely with internal consultants and delivery teams to ensure the right expertise is matched to client needs and actively expand your professional network through industry events, conferences, and associations. 

As Account Manager, you combine commercial drive, life sciences expertise, and strong relationship-building skills to grow strategic partnerships and deliver solution-based services. Ideally, you bring:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Account Management, Business Development, or commercial roles preferably within consultancy or service-based environments
• Established network within the Dutch life sciences sector, ideally across manufacturing and quality functions
• Affinity or experience with Quality Assurance, Qualification & Validation, and software-driven compliance services
• Proven ability to sell complex, high-value services or projects 
• Strong relationship builder with excellent stakeholder management skills
• Able to engage both technical specialists and senior decision-makers confidently
• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a scientific field
• Fluent in Dutch and English

In return, you’ll join an international life sciences organization that invests in your growth and offers a flexible, supportive environment. You can expect:

• Competitive and comprehensive salary package with attractive benefits
• Hybrid working model with flexibility and autonomy
• Opportunity to join an international, award-winning life sciences consultancy with a strong growth trajectory
• Work in a knowledge-driven environment alongside experienced technical experts and industry specialists 
• Long-term career development with investment in learning, progression, and sustainable growth
• Collaborative, supportive culture focused on partnership, ownership, and getting things done
• Meaningful work supporting innovative pharma, biotech, and medtech companies in bringing products to patients