Regional Sales Director

Who We Are:

At Verona Pharma, we are passionate about transforming the lives of millions of people living with chronic respiratory diseases. With our first product now approved by the US FDA, we’re just getting started. Our innovative respiratory pipeline targets a range of conditions, including non-CF bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis (CF), and asthma, driven by a commitment to bringing relief to patients navigating the challenges of progressive respiratory conditions.

Joining Verona means being part of a forward-thinking team that’s redefining what’s possible in drug development and commercialization. Guided by experienced leadership, we embrace a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture where your contributions can help shape a healthier future for patients worldwide. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work has a direct impact on improving quality of life.

We are hiring a Regional Sales Director, reporting to the Area Executive Director of Sales. This role provides strategic leadership for a regional sales team, translating business objectives into action and fostering a high-performance, customer-focused culture. The Regional Sales Director will develop and execute business plans, drive sales growth, and ensure alignment with Verona’s mission. Travel is 70-80% depending on where you reside.

What You'll do:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Respiratory Sales Specialists, setting a high standard of performance and accountability.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key executives, decision-makers, and influencers across major healthcare accounts.
• Monitor and analyze sales performance, ensuring alignment with national sales goals and adherence to strategy.
• Provide regular coaching and feedback to enhance selling skills, product knowledge, time management, and customer engagement.
• Recruit, hire, and retain top talent, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.
• Stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity to drive strategic decision-making.
• Ensure full compliance with Verona’s commercial policies, industry regulations, and legal guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 5-7 years of pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Previous experience as a Regional or District Sales Manager or equivalent leadership role preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading, developing, and motivating teams to exceed sales goals.
• Strong expertise in pharmaceutical sales, including strategic planning, customer engagement, and data analysis.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with product launches and/or turnarounds is a plus.
• Must meet Verona’s Qualified Driver criteria (valid license, clean driving record).
• Pre-hire drug test required.
• Strict compliance with Verona’s commercial compliance policy, and all applicable federal and state laws and guidance relating to product promotion and information dissemination.
• Ability to meet any requirements set by healthcare customers and their facilities for access to those facilities (e.g., vaccination requirements, mask requirements, etc.).
• Must reside in the district listed.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive base salary range of $180,000-$215,000 USD (final salary based on location, experience, and qualifications).

Why Join Verona?

At Verona, you’ll have the chance to be part of a team bringing first-in-class treatments to patients who need them most. We offer:

• A collaborative and inclusive culture that values your contributions.
• Remote work flexibility for a better work-life balance.
• Competitive benefits, including generous PTO and comprehensive health plans.

An Equal Opportunity Employer:

Verona Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Verona Pharma are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.