Key Account Manager - South Central

Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare SA; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare firm seeks a Key Account Manager for the South Central region of the UK. The role focuses on driving the uptake of specialized therapies for respiratory disease by building partnerships and influencing prescribing decisions. Candidates should have proven account management experience, a strong grasp of NHS operations, and track record in product launches. This position offers a chance to improve patient access and make a significant impact on healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management or sales in healthcare or pharmaceuticals.
• Experience in planning and executing successful product launches.
• Knowledge of NHS and specialized respiratory or biologics areas.

Responsibilities

• Drive product uptake and influence prescribing decisions.
• Develop strategic account plans and work with cross-functional teams.
• Build relationships with NHS stakeholders to foster trust.
• Communicate clinical data effectively to highlight benefits.

Skills

Pharmaceutical account management

Product launches

Interpersonal communication

Strategic planning

Education

Current ABPI certification

Job description

Key Account Manager, South Central

Site(s): UK - Hampshire, UK - Berkshire, UK - Oxfordshire. Posted Date: Dec 11 2025.

This role is critical in driving the uptake of GSK products, building strategic partnerships, and improving patient access to innovative therapies that address unmet needs in respiratory disease management.

Responsibilities

• Drive product uptake by influencing prescribing decisions and establishing GSK therapies as preferred options for respiratory patients.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to achieve objectives.
• Build strong relationships and partnerships with NHS stakeholders, fostering collaboration and trust.
• Communicate clinical data effectively, highlighting the benefits and NHS advantages of GSK therapies for respiratory management.
• Enhance patient access by mapping service pathways, identifying and overcoming barriers, and supporting local access to treatments.
• Monitor progress and adapt strategies using KPIs, data‑driven insights, and an understanding of commissioning and reimbursement decisions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in healthcare or pharmaceutical account management or sales.
• Proven experience in product launches, including planning, execution, and monitoring of launch success metrics.
• Current ABPI certification.
• Knowledge of NHS and experience working in a specialised disease area (specialised respiratory and/or biologics) or relevant alternative therapeutic areas.
• Proven ability to work across boundaries with highly specialised external experts, relevant payors, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to present complex concepts clearly. Skilled in interpersonal interaction, communication, and influence, both within the organization and externally.

When applying, please specify the territories you are familiar with and have experience working in, as we are hiring across multiple locations in the UK.

Application instructions: Please use the “cover letter” section or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.

Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at [e-mail] where you can also request a call.

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