Executive Director Business Development

We're thrilled to announce a compelling opportunity for an Executive Director to join our dynamic Business Development Team. As a key contributor, you'll play a pivotal role in steering strategic partnerships and corporate strategy initiatives. This position entails supporting senior management decision-making through activities such as screening products, evaluating companies and therapeutic areas, and facilitating development, licensing, and M&A endeavors.

Responsibilities:

Conduct screening of products, companies, and therapeutic areas to support strategic initiatives.

Lead due diligence processes for licensing opportunities.

Conduct product/market financial modeling.

Develop and coordinate market research activities.

Prepare in-and out-licensing packages.

Lead or support negotiation efforts.

Review contracts and provide essential support for corporate strategy elucidation.

Foster internal cross-functional communication.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

Master of Business Administration or graduate degree in life sciences.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in business development, licensing, or strategic analysis within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry or relevant consulting/investment banking roles.

Knowledge/Skills:

Proficient in financial evaluation techniques, including forecasting, pro-forma product P&L modeling, cost analysis, and probability-adjusted NPV.

Strong analytical, communication, project management, and project leadership skills.

Experience with qualitative and quantitative market research techniques is preferred.

Additional Skills and Attributes:

Familiarity with databases such as IMS, Encuity SDI, Adis, etc. is advantageous.

Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Comfortable interacting with senior management both within the organization and external partners.