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Duncan Grant

Duncan Grant
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Duncan Grant

Senior Recruitment Consultant - Sales & Marketing

I specialise in Sales, Marketing, and Analytics recruitment across all of Australia’s healthcare sectors and at all levels in both Human and Animal Health.

The roles I work on include:

  • Medical Sales

  • Territory & Account Management

  • Business Development

  • Key Accounts & Corporate Accounts

  • Sales Management

  • Product & Brand Management

  • Marketing Management

  • Commercial Excellence

  • Salesforce Excellence

  • Business Insights

  • Clinical Specialists

  • Nurse Educators

  • Product Specialists

  • and all levels of Leadership roles

My background is in sales, teaching, and entrepreneurship. In Australia I began my career journey in the vitamin and mineral supplement OTC sector. I worked in Customer Service, Sales Administration, and Territory Management before joining the Healthcare Professionals Group as a Commercial Recruitment Consultant, with a genuine passion for helping people, building high-performing teams, and driving growth.

Jobs by Duncan Grant.

Sales

GP Sales Representative

  • Brisbane
  • $85000 - $120000 per annum, Benefits: Car/Fuel Allowance + Super + Impressive Bonus

The Benefits: Market-leading primary care portfolio Exciting new product launch planned High-growth territory with strong momentum Supportive and experienced manager Highly collaborative, high-performing team Strong development and career progression opportunities Immediate start available This is a compelling opportunity for recent graduates or science/sales-driven candidates to enter the Pharmaceutical industry with a global powerhouse! About the Company: Our client is a highly respected, research-driven pharmaceutical organisation with a strong reputation for innovation, development, and long-term investment in its people. The organisation is recognised for delivering high-quality medicines and supporting healthcare professionals through a robust, evolving primary care portfolio. The Role: Because of you… GPs and Pharmacists will be supported with innovative primary care solutions that drive improved patient outcomes. As the Medical Representative for the Brisbane South territory, you will take ownership of a high-profile primary care patch, promoting a market-leading portfolio with an exciting new product launch planned in the near future. This is a growth-focused role offering genuine momentum, strong brand equity, and the support of a collaborative and high-performing team. Key responsibilities include: Deliver brand strategy in-field to targeted General Practitioners and Pharmacists Drive territory performance through effective planning, execution, and follow-up Build strong clinical and product knowledge to confidently engage primary care stakeholders Analyse sales performance data to identify growth opportunities Operate effectively within an allocated promotional budget Develop, implement, and monitor territory action plans Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to maximise territory outcomes Skills & Experience Proven in-field Australian sales experience (pharmaceutical or healthcare sales preferred) Strong business acumen with the ability to plan, execute, and adapt territory strategies Ability to communicate clinical and technical information clearly and credibly Confidence presenting to a broad customer base, both face-to-face and virtually Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market insights Willingness to travel within territory, including occasional overnight stays Tertiary qualifications in Science, Nursing, Medicine, or Business, highly regarded NB: Australian working rights required. Sponsorship is not on offer. How to Apply: Click apply or contact Duncan Grant, Recruitment Consultant on 02 8877 8765 for a confidential discussion. About Healthcare Professionals Group Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing. For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com.

Sales

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

  • Sunshine Coast
  • $85000 - $120000 per annum, Benefits: Base + Car allowance or Company Car + Super + Personal & Team Incentives

About the company   One of the world's leading human and animal research-driven focused pharmaceutical company. An organisation who prides themselves on creating value through innovation.     About the opportunity   Highly reputable company is seeking a Medical Representative to join their Queensland supportive and collaborative team.   Promoting the company's innovative pharmaceutical products across QLD's Sunshine Coast territory, in this role, you will:   Deliver brand strategy infield to targeted General Practitioners and Pharmacists Adherence to sales strategies and thrive on delivering quality service. Build exceptional product knowledge Conduct analysis of sales performance data Work effectively within a set promotional budget This position is permanent and full-time.  Skills and Experience Required   Proven sales experience in Australia’s market, Previous GP sales highly regarded  Superior business acumen & strategic thinking, including budget management  Ability to Develop, Implement & Monitor territory action plan Ability to communicate technical / clinical data, and discuss disease effectively Ability to present to broad range of customers, in person and virtually  Exceptional communication, with strong influencing and negotiating skills Flexibility to travel, including overnight Tertiary qualifications (Science/Medicine/Nursing or Business)   Why this opportunity is right for you: You're an experienced pharmaceutical Sales Rep or you're an Sales Representative seeking to enter the Pharmaceutical Industry. Furthermore,  You thrive on exceeding sales targets through unit growth and market share acquisition You're a quick learner and structured, yet agile in your selling style If not pharma sales, you have previous sales experience and can showcase strong numerical achievements  Your business acumen application, as per your ability to absorb and impart clinical information will be critical You enjoy accountability and positively enjoy contributing in a team environment Entry level candidates seeking to pursue a career in pharmaceutical are strongly recommended to apply. Please ensure to showcase your understanding of the role/industry in your application.   Culture, this organisation:   Fosters a culture where inclusion, respect and teamwork are genuinely lived values Empowers employees to be innovative and take meaningful ownership of their work Invests in ongoing learning and clear pathways for career progression NB: Australian working rights required. Sponsorship is not on offer.   How to Apply Click apply or contact Duncan Grant Senior Recruitment Consultant - Sales, Marketing & Analytics on 0488 807 627 for a confidential discussion.   About us Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care.   Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Clinical Support & Education, Government and External Affairs; Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing.   For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com

Commercial

Commercial Analytics & SFE Specialist

  • Sydney
  • $150000 - $200000 per annum

About the company A global research-driven pharmaceutical organisation recognised for its innovation and commitment to improving patient outcomes. The business is undergoing a significant evolution in how it leverages commercial data, investing in advanced analytics, sales force effectiveness, and data-driven decision making. About the opportunity A high-impact opportunity exists for an experienced Commercial Analytics & Sales Force Effectiveness Specialist to partner with senior commercial leadership and elevate the organisation’s analytics capability. Working within a hybrid model, you will operate at the intersection of commercial strategy and technical analytics, delivering actionable insights that directly influence sales performance and business outcomes. In this role, you will: Analyse CRM and prescribing datasets to generate actionable commercial insights Assess sales force effectiveness including reach, frequency, targeting and call activity Identify performance gaps across territories and sales teams Evaluate territory design, segmentation, and coverage models Conduct workload modelling and sales force sizing analysis Develop recommendations to optimise sales structure and performance Define and standardise KPI frameworks across the business Design and enhance commercial reporting and dashboard capabilities Partner with external BI vendors to guide dashboard development and validate outputs Support transition and optimisation of analytics platforms (e.g. Power BI environments) This position is a contract opportunity with an immediate start. Skills and Experience Required Extensive experience in pharmaceutical commercial excellence, analytics, required Strong Sales Force Effectiveness (SFE) expertise Proven experience working with IQVIA prescribing data Experience analysing CRM data (e.g. Veeva or similar systems) Advanced Excel capability including modelling and scenario analysis Strong understanding of sales performance analytics and segmentation models Experience designing territory structures and coverage models Exposure to BI tools such as Power BI or Qlik (hands-on or vendor oversight) Ability to translate complex data into clear commercial insights Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Why this opportunity is right for you: You are a senior commercial excellence or analytics professional who thrives on turning complex data into meaningful business impact. You enjoy working at the intersection of analytics and commercial strategy You have a strong SFE foundation and understand how to optimise sales performance You are confident engaging with senior stakeholders and challenging thinking with data You are comfortable working autonomously while driving outcomes You take a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to complex business problems You are motivated by delivering insights that lead to real commercial action Culture, this organisation: Operates in a collaborative and high-performing commercial environment Values data-driven decision making and continuous improvement Encourages ownership, accountability, and innovation Supports cross-functional partnership between commercial, analytics, and leadership teams NB: Australian working rights required. Sponsorship is not on offer. How to Apply Click apply or contact Duncan Grant Senior Recruitment Consultant - Sales, Marketing & Analytics on 0488 807 627 for a confidential discussion.   About us Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Clinical Support & Education, Government and External Affairs; Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing. For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com

Sales

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

  • Brisbane
  • $85000 - $120000 per annum, Benefits: Bonus + Car/Fuel Allowance + Bonus + Super

Benefits Global pharmaceutical innovator with a strong local presence Award-winning culture recognised as a Global Employer of the Year Exciting new launches shaping the healthcare market Established portfolio in Chronic Disease & Rare Disorders Comprehensive onboarding and product training programs Permanent position offering stability and growth Strong internal career development pathways Attractive performance-based incentives About the Company A forward-thinking global pharmaceutical organisation committed to advancing therapies across multiple disease areas. With a strong focus on R&D and continuous product innovation, this company is redefining treatment standards and strengthening its impact across the Australian healthcare landscape with several launches on the horizon. About the Opportunity Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, as a GP Sales Representative you will promote a portfolio of leading prescription medicines to GP clinics and pharmacies throughout the Brisbane Southwest region including Springfield, Ipswich, Kenmore, and Browns Plains. You will play a key role in driving product growth and strengthening relationships with healthcare professionals across the territory. Responsibilities Achieve sales targets and expand market share within your territory Conduct product presentations and educational meetings for GPs and clinic staff Plan and execute territory business strategies and call plans Coordinate and host local educational events and product briefings Maintain up-to-date clinical and competitor knowledge Collaborate effectively with your regional team to achieve shared objectives Build strong, trusted partnerships with key stakeholders in primary care Skills & Experience This is a fantastic entry point for recent science or business graduates seeking a rewarding career in healthcare sales.   Bachelor’s degree in Science, Medicine, or Business (required) Previous pharmaceutical sales experience is highly regarded Commercial awareness and strong interpersonal communication skills Prior sales or customer-facing experience (preferred for new entrants) Territory management or field-based experience desirable Valid driver’s licence with no major infringements Culture Our client fosters an inclusive and supportive culture that encourages curiosity, accountability, and professional growth. Employees are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and excel within an environment that celebrates success and invests in individual development. How to Apply Click apply or contact Duncan Grant, Recruitment Consultant, at dgrant@hpgconnect.com for a confidential discussion. About Healthcare Professionals Group Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare – Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment – Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Commercial Recruitment – Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment – Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment – Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing.

COMBINED EXPERIENCE

At HPG, we pride ourselves on bringing together a diverse group of professionals with extensive backgrounds in the healthcare recruitment industry. Our combined years of experience and specialised knowledge ensure that we deliver unparalleled service to our clients and candidates. By working collaboratively, we harness our collective expertise to meet and exceed your goals and expectations, providing tailored solutions and exceptional support every step of the way. Discover how our unified team effort drives success in every project we undertake.

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