National KOL Manager
11/04/2025
National KOL Manager – Ophthalmology/Optometry
Optometrist Key Opinion Leader Jobs
Location: National (UK-wide) | Field-based | Competitive Package
+ Bonus + Benefits
Our client is seeking a strategic and commercially driven Optometrist to join as a National KOL Manager to support the growth of its Optometry and ophthalmology portfolio across the UK. This is an exclusive opportunity to join a forward-thinking healthcare organisation at a pivotal time, working across both the NHS and private healthcare sectors to drive awareness, influence and adoption of their innovative eye care solutions.
Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will lead the development and execution of a national KOL engagement plan, foster strong clinical partnerships, and play a key role in delivering commercial success.
Why Apply?
• Strategic National Role: Shape and implement tailored KOL and account plans aligned with brand strategy.
• Key Clinical Influence: Develop meaningful, value-led relationships with eye health KOLs and leading centres.
• Field Leadership: Deliver training, education, and familiarisation programmes to increase product understanding and advocacy.
• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with high-performing cross-functional teams across the UK.
• Career Growth: Be part of a business that values innovation, flexibility, and strategic thinking.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and execute a national account plan using market, environmental, and customer data insights.
• Fully map and engage with Key Opinion Leaders to build advocacy and strategic partnerships.
• Deliver training and familiarisation programmes for customers and centres of excellence.
• Present product information and real-world data effectively in collaboration with medical and commercial colleagues.
• Monitor NHS and private sector developments, ensuring timely responses to changes in the healthcare landscape.
• Align all customer engagement with SOPs and ABPI Code of Practice, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
• Collaborate with the sales team to drive national performance and exceed sales targets.
What You’ll Bring:
• Qualified Optometrist or relevant degree/equivalent qualification in life sciences or healthcare.
• Commercial experience in ophthalmology or eye care is strongly preferred.
• Excellent understanding of the UK healthcare system, including NHS and private networks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Confident in presenting scientific and technical information to clinical audiences.
• Highly analytical, with excellent planning, prioritisation and project management capabilities.
• Comfortable working independently in a national, field-based capacity.
Ideal Attributes:
• Entrepreneurial spirit with commercial acumen
• Solutions-focused and proactive
• Able to work with ambiguity and adapt to strategic change
• A confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
• A collaborative team player with a drive to succeed
This opportunity is being managed exclusively by Flame Health Associates
To apply, or for a confidential discussion, please get in touch today. Interviews are taking place shortly.
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