Growth Manager – Life Sciences (18 Month FTC)

Key Tasks

• Work with the Senior Growth Manager Life Sciences to deliver sector priorities and achieve agreed recruitment, engagement and company outcome targets.
• Build a strong pipeline of eligible Life Science companies, recruiting businesses from across the UK
• Develop referral relationships with regional partners, investors, universities, research institutions, innovation networks, incubators and accelerators.
• Understand each prospective company’s ambitions and suitability working with the Operations team to coordinate applications, eligibility checks and onboarding.
• Bring company feedback and sector intelligence into planning helping the team to identify relevant markets, themes and activities.

• Manage a portfolio of Life Sciences businesses across both programmes, building trusted relationships with founders, CEOs and senior leaders.
• Conduct diagnostics to understand each company’s technology, stage of development, commercial readiness, investment needs and international ambitions.
• Develop tailored growth plans with clear actions and milestones reviewing progress regularly and adapting support as company needs evolve.
• Help companies identify and assess international opportunities, taking account of their business model, development stage and route to market.
• Connect businesses with potential customers, pharmaceutical and industry partners, healthcare providers, distributors and investors according to their needs.
• Bring in specialist expertise on matters such as regulatory pathways, market access, reimbursement and intellectual property where relevant.
• Help companies prepare for introductions and programme activities ensuring they have clear objectives and follow through on opportunities.
• Identify companies at risk of disengaging and work with colleagues to address barriers to participation.

• Plan and deliver Life Sciences trade missions and international visits, working with the Senior Growth Manager and market teams (where appropriate) to identify destinations and commercial objectives.
• Curate relevant meetings with industry partners, investors, healthcare stakeholders and other organisations that can support company growth.
• Prepare participating companies for missions and coordinate follow-up help to turn connections into tangible opportunities.
• Work with content and events colleagues to develop workshops, roundtables investor sessions and peer learning around company needs.
• Connect companies with relevant activity across both programmes and opportunities offered by regional and international partners.
• Represent London & Partners and the programmes at sector events, presenting, moderating discussions and building relationships where required.

• Build and maintain relationships across London, UK regional and international Life Sciences ecosystems
• Work closely with regional delivery partners to identify promising businesses.
• Develop relationships with investors, corporates, research organisations and clinical networks that create practical value for companies.
• Collaborate with Growth Managers across sectors where companies have overlapping needs, including health technology where it overlaps with Enterprise, AI and deep tech.
• Work with the Operations team to agree executive support for recruitment, providing clear briefs and timely feedback.

• Take responsibility for agreed portfolio targets, including companies supported, engagement, satisfaction and evidenced growth outcomes.
• Maintain accurate Salesforce records of company needs, growth plans, key programme dates, support delivered and follow-up actions.
• Capture company outcomes through timely graduation of companies.
• Identify early successes and work with Operations, Impact and Marketing colleagues to develop credible case studies.
• Manage activity budgets within the roles remit and follow London & Partners procurement and compliance processes.
• Undertake other projects or special assignments appropriate to the role as required.

You’ll have/bring

• You have experience managing a portfolio of businesses or client relationships, building trust with senior leaders and delivering against targets.
• You understand the Life Sciences sector and the different growth journeys of biotech, techbio, biopharma, MedTech and diagnostics businesses.
• You understand the challenges of international expansion and can connect companies with practical support, market insight and specialist expertise.
• You can build a recruitment pipeline and develop productive relationships with investors, industry partners and business networks.
• You have experience delivering activities such as trade missions, corporate meetings, investor engagement or sector events.
• You communicate clearly and confidently, including presenting, networking and engaging stakeholders from different backgrounds.
• You can manage projects and competing priorities working collaboratively while taking ownership of your portfolio.
• You are confident using Microsoft Office and Salesforce systems, experience of Dealroom or Beauhurst would be an advantage.
• An existing Life Sciences or international network, or a relevant scientific qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.

• You are curious about scientific innovation and motivated by helping businesses grow.
• You listen carefully and translate company ambitions into practical actions and relevant connections.
• You build productive relationships and work collaboratively across teams, regions and international markets.
• You combine commercial awareness with an appreciation of the sectors development timelines and specialist requirements.
• You adapt as priorities change, solve problems creatively and maintain momentum.
• You use evidence and sound judgement to focus your efforts and demonstrate results.

You’ll Get

• 🌴 30 Days Annual Leave: Generous paid time off to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
• 💰 Competitive Salary: We value your contributions and ensure you are rewarded accordingly.
• 📚 Learning & Development Opportunities: Continuous growth is at the heart of our culture, with ample opportunities for professional development.
• 🤝 Strong Culture of Belonging: We foster an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued and supported.
• 🌐 Various Networks for Staff: Connect with like-minded colleagues through our numerous staff networks.
• 🏦 Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our robust pension plan.
• 🔗 Networking Opportunities: Expand your professional network within your chosen field.
• 🌍 Geopolitical Insights: Gain unique perspectives on global economic and political trends.
• 🏠 Hybrid Working Arrangement: Enjoy the flexibility of working both remotely and in-office.
• ✈️ WorkFlex: Take advantage of opportunities to work abroad and experience different cultures.