Key Account Manager - Oxford
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Position Overview & Specifications
Join a Global Leader in Digital Imaging and Precision Optics!
Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to work with a world leader in digital imaging, precision optics, and instrument technology? Our company is renowned for setting new standards in product design and performance. We are currently looking for a dynamic Key Account Manager to join our team, focused on driving territory sales through instrument (microscopy) sales, building strong customer relationships, and delivering exceptional service.
Position Details:
- Job Title: Key Account Manager
- Location: Field-based
- Salary: Up to £35,000 basic + subsistence (£1,260) and car allowances (£7,700)
- Commission: On-target commission of £10,000 - £20,000 per annum
Responsibilities:
- Achieve sales targets and net sales budgets, maximising sales performance
- Conduct instrument (microscopy) demonstrations to support sales efforts
- Develop and execute territory and customer sales strategies
- Cultivate and maintain long-term customer relationships, ensuring successful solution delivery and issue resolution
- Manage existing accounts while developing new business and growth strategies
- Maintain accurate opportunities within the CRM system
- Generate precise quotations and manage pricing approvals
Qualifications and Experience:
- MSc or PhD in Biosciences/Biophysics or a related subject
- Strong understanding of the laboratory environment, microscopy industry, and live-cell imaging biological applications
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience working with advanced light microscopy systems (e.g., confocal, super-resolution, high content, multiphoton)
- Familiarity with the UK science capital equipment market
- Proven ability to meet sales targets and deliver outstanding customer service
- Must live in Oxford
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Product discounts
- Pension contribution (10%)
- Life assurance and income protection insurance
- Private health care
- Dental scheme
- 27 days of holiday
If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology, enjoy building customer relationships, and are motivated to achieve sales targets, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering innovative solutions to the global scientific community.
We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and respected. We actively promote equal opportunities and encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oxford, Oxfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Master's (required)
Experience:
- advanced light microscopy systems: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £35,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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