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Medical Sales Jobs
Aaron Wallis has a team dedicated to medical sales recruitment - whether you're looking for your next role or the newest member of your sales team, you've found the right place.
Salary Survey for Medical Sales Jobs 2024
- Average Salary: The average base salary for medical sales positions in the UK sits around £40,000, with significant variations depending on experience, specialisation, location, and company size.
- Salary Range: Base salaries typically range from £28,000 for entry-level positions to £70,000+ for senior roles with in-demand knowledge and proven track records.
- Commissions and Bonuses: Many medical sales roles offer commission structures based on individual performance, potentially doubling or tripling the base salary. Performance-based bonuses are also common, further boosting earnings.
- Location: London attracts the highest average salaries, followed by major cities like Manchester and Birmingham. Salaries tend to be lower in rural areas.
- Specialisation: Selling high-tech, complex medical equipment or specialised pharmaceuticals typically commands higher salaries compared to basic medical supplies or generic services.
- Experience: Experience plays a crucial role, with seasoned professionals earning significantly more than entry-level individuals. Relevant qualifications and strong communication skills are highly valued.
- Qualifications: Possessing a relevant science degree (e.g., Life Sciences, Pharmacy) or industry-specific certifications can significantly enhance earning potential.
Use our search facility to look for the Medical sales jobs which Aaron Wallis is currently recruiting for:
Salary Ranges for Medical Sales Roles in 2024
Detailed breakdown of salary data from various sources:
Glassdoor reports that the average base salary for Medical Sales Representatives in the UK is £41,000, while Key Sales Account Managers earn an average of £52,000.
According to Hays, the salary range for Medical Sales positions is between £35,000 and £60,000, with Senior Product Sales Specialists earning up to £75,000 or more.
Totaljobs reports that Medical Sales Account Manager jobs in the UK have an average salary of £45,000, with a salary range of £40,000 to £70,000.
Additional Factors:
- Company size: Larger medical 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 training programs.
- 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 UK's medical sales market provides a range of opportunities with moderate base salaries, as well as the potential for promising earnings through commissions and bonuses. Although experience and specialisation are important factors, possessing a scientific background, excellent communication skills and industry knowledge can lead to a lucrative and intellectually stimulating career path.
Recruit Medical Sales Staff
If you're looking for your next medical sales representative, chances are we already have suitable candidates registered. Recruit with Aaron Wallis with the confidence that we'll source a candidate who will hit the ground running.
Sub-sectors of medical & healthcare we regularly recruit for:
- Medical devices
- Diagnostics
- Pharmaceutical instruments
- Bio-pharmaceuticals
- Clinical research
- Immunology
- Endoscopes
- Surgical microscopes
- Anaesthesia Products
- Life sciences
- Electrosurgical units
- Infusion pumps
- Medical electronics
- ECG
- Foetal monitors
Why Recruit With Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment?
12-Month Rebate Scheme - a sliding scale protecting your investment in new staff
Psychometric Profiling - on all candidates to ensure they will fit into your organisation
Bespoke Interview Questioning - to help you get the most out of interviewing
Ability and Skills Tests - we offer a wide range of tests as standard
Dedicated Account Manager - who will work with you from the start to the very end of your process
Submit a vacancy, or call us on 01908 061400 to discuss your requirements in more detail.
Find Your Next Medical Sales Role
Browse the roles we're currently recruiting for at the bottom of the page, or submit your CV for one of our medical sales recruitment consultants to review, and we'll get back to you with potential roles.
Looking For Your Next Medical Sales role?
Fill in a short form, or give us a call on 01908 061400 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.
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