The posting
As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives.
As our Associate Territory Manager, you will support the growth and adoption of VNS Therapy within LivaNova’s Neuromodulation business, helping to expand access to treatment for patients with drug-resistant epilepsy.
You will partner with the Territory Manager, NHS stakeholders and cross-functional teams to develop customer relationships and support clinical and commercial activities across the South UK. This is a remote, field-based position, predominantly covering the South East, with support across the South West when required. The role involves extensive territory travel and occasional overnight stays.
This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of a growing territory while building clinical and commercial expertise in a purpose-driven medical technology environment.
What You’ll Do
- Support the Territory Manager in delivering annual sales objectives, territory growth plans and account prioritisation.
- Identify opportunities to increase VNS Therapy adoption within existing and target accounts, using territory performance and market insights to inform business development.
- Build and maintain relationships with key NHS stakeholders, including epileptologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, epilepsy specialist nurses and hospital teams
- Deliver product and therapy presentations and support educational initiatives that increase awareness of drug-resistant epilepsy and VNS Therapy.
- Provide onsite clinical support during VNS Therapy implant procedures, follow-up clinics, patient programming and dosing appointments.
- Deliver post-implant education and training to healthcare professionals, patients and caregivers, and develop strong knowledge of VNS Therapy systems and clinical evidence.
- Respond to technical questions and support the resolution of therapy-related issues in partnership with clinical stakeholders.
- Support referral pathway development and organise or attend educational meetings, workshops, conferences and customer events.
- Collaborate with Territory Managers and internal teams, including Marketing, Clinical, Medical Affairs, Customer Service and Operations, to support territory objectives.
- Maintain accurate customer records, activity reporting, forecasting and territory resources in Salesforce CRM, while complying with company policies and industry regulations.
Your Background & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Nursing, Allied Health, Business or a related discipline.
- 2–3 years of experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, healthcare sales or a clinically focused commercial role.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with healthcare professionals.
- Excellent presentation, communication and influencing skills.
- Strong analytical, organisational and planning abilities, with commercial awareness.
- Self-motivated and resilient, with the ability to work independently in a field-based environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel extensively across the South UK, including occasional overnight stays.
What We Can Offer You
At LivaNova, you'll help change the trajectory of lives for a new day while working alongside passionate teams dedicated to delivering impactful innovation for patients worldwide.
We offer:
- A role in an innovative medical technology environment that supports professional growth and development.
- Opportunities to collaborate with international partners and cross-functional teams to bring life-changing solutions to patients.
- A culture grounded in Empowered Accountability, Curious Mindset, Constructive Collaboration, and Thoughtful Humility.
- Competitive compensation and an inspiring place to work.
If you're inspired by purpose-driven work, meaningful innovation, and the opportunity to bring New Life in Action every day, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you.
Valuing different backgrounds
LivaNova values equality and diversity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair, transparent and free from unlawful discrimination. Our selection process is driven by the key demands/requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate’s sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.
Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature and scope of work for this role and does not constitute a full employment contract. The Company may reasonably adjust job responsibilities according to business needs, and employees shall perform other relevant tasks as assigned
Credentialing
For sales reps and other field-based employees, going into a healthcare setting is considered an essential function of the job and we expect our employees to comply with all credentialing requirements at the hospitals or clinics they support.
