Director Business Development

Director Business DevelopmentAbout the RoleWe're seeking a driven and ambitious Director of Business Development. This is your opportunity to apply your strategic thinking to real-world drug development and commercial partnerships while building our business development function.We're looking for a collaborative professional who is excited to work closely with our executive team to establish processes, identify opportunities, and drive deals together. The Ideal CandidateYou're a high-performing individual who's proven yourself in fast-paced analytical environments and you are ready to make a difference. You're driven, ambitious, and hungry to build a career in pharmaceutical business development. You want to see your strategic work translate into actual products, partnerships, and patient impact.You're a strong collaborator who thrives working closely with leadership, contributing ideas, and executing strategy as part of a team. You're ready to roll up your sleeves and build something meaningful alongside experienced professionals.What You'll Do:Business Development & PartnershipsWork closely with leadership to develop and execute our business development strategySupport the pursuit of strategic partnerships, licensing opportunities, and co-development agreementsConduct market and competitive intelligence to inform BD strategy and target identificationPrepare compelling pitch materials, partnership proposals, and executive briefingsCollaborate on due diligence for potential transactions and collaborationsSupport term sheet negotiations and deal structuringBD Operations & AnalyticsHelp design and implement BD processes, tracking systems, and evaluation frameworksBuild financial models to evaluate partnership economics and deal structuresAnalyze market opportunities, competitive landscapes, and transaction scenariosTrack BD metrics, pipeline progression, and market dynamicsSupport relationship management with partners, licensees, and key stakeholdersContribute to strategic planning with data-driven insightsCollaborative ExecutionPartner with executive team on strategic decisions and opportunity prioritizationWork cross-functionally with R&D, regulatory, and commercial teamsContribute to developing templates, playbooks, and toolsSupport the growth and evolution of the BD functionRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business, Economics, or related field5+ years of experience in pharma BD and/or management consultingStrong collaborative skills: proven ability to work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teamsExcellent analytical and financial modeling skills (Excel, PowerPoint, LLMs)Outstanding communication skills: can influence executives and craft compelling narrativesGenuine passion for pharmaceutical/biotech and interest in building a career in this industryTeam-oriented mindset: excited to contribute to building something alongside experienced professionalsDriven and ambitious: ready to learn, grow, and accelerate your career in pharma BD