Director of Inside Sales

Inside Sales Director, EMEAI

France-based | Regular travel to UK HQ

Looking for a new career opportunity?

We are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a highly innovative, internationally recognised life sciences technology business to appoint anInside Sales Director, EMEA .

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing, science-led organisation whose advanced technologies are helping to shape the future of genomics, molecular analysis, and translational science across global markets.

With the rolebased in France and regular travel to the company’sUK headquarters , this position offers the chance to take on a high-impact leadership role in a business that is scaling rapidly and investing strongly in its commercial capabilities.

The Opportunity

AsInside Sales Director, EMEA , you will take ownership of the regional inside sales strategy, leading a team that plays a central role in revenue generation, customer engagement, and pipeline development across the region.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, shaping strategy, and creating a culture of accountability, energy, and continuous improvement. You will work cross-functionally with sales, customer support, and technical teams, helping to position inside sales as a true strategic growth driver for the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading and developing the inside sales strategy across EMEA
• Building, coaching, and inspiring a high-performing team focused on revenue growth and lead conversion
• Driving excellence in lead follow-up, qualification, and pipeline acceleration
• Creating clear goals, structure, and momentum across the team
• Using CRM, reporting tools, and data insights to improve performance and visibility
• Partnering closely with customer service and technical teams to deliver an outstanding customer journey
• Developing talent and building long-term capability within the team
• Bringing fresh ideas, commercial agility, and a strong performance mindset to the organisation
• Adapting strategy in line with market developments and business priorities

What We’re Looking For

We are keen to hear from candidates with:

• A PhD, MSc, or equivalent background in genomics, genetics, molecular biology, or a related life sciences field
• Strong experience leading inside sales teams within life sciences, genomics, diagnostics, or another complex, high-technology environment
• A proven ability to design and execute sales strategies that deliver growth
• A track record of coaching and developing successful commercial teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills in an international setting
• A strategic, data-led, and hands-on leadership style
• The adaptability and resilience to thrive in a dynamic, evolving business
• Willingness to travel regularly to the UK HQ

Why Join?

This is a standout opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at an exciting point in its growth journey. You will have the chance to shape the future of inside sales across EMEA, lead a talented team, and make a visible impact in a business driven by innovation, ambition, and scientific progress.

For an ambitious commercial leader looking for a role with real influence, international exposure, and long-term career potential, this is an exceptional opportunity.