Business Development Executive – MedTech (Government Body) – Hybrid
Closing Date: Tuesday 9th June ****, 5:00pm (close of business)
A reputable government body is seeking a Business Development Executive – MedTech to join its Life Sciences division in Athlone.
This is a strategic, client-facing role focused on supporting investment, innovation, and sectoral growth across a high-value MedTech portfolio.
The role sits within a dynamic regional team working closely with both multinational organisations and indigenous enterprises to support long-term investment, transformation, and job creation in the sector.
Responsibilities
Driving engagement across a portfolio of MedTech clients to identify opportunities for expansion, transformation, RD & I, sustainability, and workforce development initiatives
Coordinating and supporting international investment activity, including site visits, stakeholder engagement, and follow-up relationship management
Contributing to the preparation, evaluation, and presentation of investment proposals through internal governance and approval structures
Working collaboratively with internal teams to deliver client transformation programmes and targeted sector initiatives
Developing and maintaining accurate pipeline information using CRM systems (Salesforce), ensuring high-quality reporting and tracking
Supporting the creation and refinement of sector strategies, value propositions, and target opportunity lists for priority sub-sectors
Assisting in the preparation of briefing materials, updates, and reporting for internal committees and senior stakeholders
Gathering, analysing, and sharing relevant market and sector intelligence to support strategic planning and decision-making
Representing the organisation at industry events, conferences, and networking engagements as required
Managing and progressing a defined portfolio of client relationships and development opportunities
Supporting the delivery of investment, expansion, and transformation projects across the MedTech sector
Preparing and presenting business cases and investment proposals for internal approval processes
Ensuring consistent pipeline management and accurate tracking of all client and opportunity activity
Collaborating across internal teams to support the delivery of strategic sector objectives
Contributing to the development of marketing content, messaging, and sector positioning materials
Supporting the implementation of client development programmes and regional initiatives
Maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across internal and external partners
Qualifications
Third-level qualification (minimum Level 8)
Strong communication, influencing, and presentation skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively on own initiative
Full clean driving licence
Flexibility to travel and work outside standard office hours when required
Experience within MedTech, life sciences, economic development, consultancy, or a related environment
Strong understanding of commercial drivers, investment processes, or business growth frameworks
Experience using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce
Background in programme coordination, strategic projects, or client advisory roles
Interest in international business and sectoral development
Benefits
Opportunity to work within a strategically important and high-growth MedTech sector
Exposure to international clients and large-scale investment projects
Hybrid working model based in Athlone
Competitive public sector salary and benefits package
Strong focus on learning, development, and progression opportunities
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