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Pharmaceutical Sales Jobs
Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment has a team dedicated to Pharmaceutical and Medical sales professionals. With extensive experience in the field we are on the preferred supplier lists of many of the major pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
Salary Survey for Pharmaceutical Sales Jobs 2024
- Average Salary: The average base salary for pharmaceutical sales positions in the UK sits around £55,000, with significant variations depending on experience, location, product specialisation, and company size.
- Salary Range: Base salaries typically range from £40,000 for entry-level positions to £80,000+ for senior roles with specialised knowledge and proven track records.
- Commissions and Bonuses: Most pharmaceutical sales jobs offer lucrative commission structures linked to individual performance, potentially doubling or tripling the base salary. Generous bonuses are also common, further boosting earnings.
- Location: London attracts the highest average salaries, followed by major cities like Edinburgh and Manchester. Salaries tend to be lower in smaller towns and rural areas.
- Product Specialisation: Selling high-value, innovative drugs or complex therapies commands higher salaries compared to generic or established medications.
- Experience: Proven track records and specialised certifications like the Medicines Knowledge Programme (MKP) significantly impact earnings.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications like a medical degree or pharmacy experience can enhance earning potential.
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Salary Ranges for Pharmaceutical Sales Roles in 2024
Detailed breakdown of salary data from various sources:
Glassdoor reports that the average base salary for Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives in the UK is £57,000, while Sales Account Managers earn an average of £65,000.
Hays lists a salary range of £45,000-£65,000 for Pharmaceutical Sales positions, with Senior Product Sales Specialists earning up to £85,000 or more.
Totaljobs reports that the average salary for Pharmaceutical Sales Account Manager jobs is £60,000, with a salary range of £45,000-£90,000.
Additional Factors:
- Company size: Larger pharmaceutical companies generally offer higher salaries and more extensive benefits packages.
- Benefits: Benefits packages vary greatly and may include health insurance, pension plans, car allowances, travel opportunities, and continuing education support.
- Sales Channel: Direct sales roles typically offer higher earning potential compared to inside sales positions.
- Performance Metrics: The specific performance metrics used for commissions and bonuses can significantly impact earnings.
The pharmaceutical sales market in the United Kingdom holds great potential for earning lucrative income, especially for experienced professionals with in-demand qualifications and expertise. Although basic salaries may differ based on various factors, the possibility of earning high commissions, bonuses, and advancing in one's career make this field financially rewarding for top-performing individuals.
Our Pharma and medical recruitment consultants serve across a wide range of sub-sectors that we define as follows:
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Dental Sales
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GP Representative
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GP / Hospital Representative
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Healthcare Marketing
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Healthcare Nurse Advisor
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Healthcare Sales Management
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Laboratory Sales
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Medical Devices
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Medical Marketing
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Medical Nurse Advisors
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Medical Sales
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National Sales Managers
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NHS Management Jobs
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Oncology Sales Jobs
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Orthopaedic Sales Jobs
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Orthotic Sales Jobs
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OTC Sales Jobs
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Paediatric Sales Jobs
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Pharmaceutical Clinical Research Associates
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Pharmaceutical Graduate Sales Jobs
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Pharmaceutical Marketing
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Pharmacy Sales Jobs
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Primary Care Sales
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Product Manager
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Secondary Care Sales
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Specialist Pharmaceutical Sales
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Theatre Sales
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Vaccine Sales Representatives and Sales Managers
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Woundcare Sales Jobs
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