Director Global Business Development

Global Business Development DirectorLocation: Japan (flexible/hybrid possible) Employment Type: Full-time Language Requirements: Business-level English (TOEIC 800+), Japanese preferredDrive Global Growth in Drug Discovery InnovationEnglish: Join a company at the forefront of drug discovery, where science meets strategy. As Global Business Development Director, you will lead international client engagement, forge strategic alliances, and drive growth through end-to-end R&D services. This is more than a sales role—it's about shaping the future of healthcare by connecting global partners with one of Japan’s most comprehensive drug discovery platforms.Japanese:創薬イノベーションを世界に広げる――その最前線に、あなたのキャリアがあります。Global Business Development Directorとして、国内外の顧客との関係構築やアライアンス戦略をリードし、包括的な創薬ソリューションのグローバル展開を推進していただきます。単なる営業ではなく、「医療の未来をつなぐ」ポジションです。About the Company / 企業概要English: This pioneering organization was established through the transfer of a major pharma’s discovery platform. With over 400 scientists and a comprehensive R&D ecosystem, it delivers full-spectrum drug discovery support—from target ID to IND-enabling studies. Its clients include global pharma, biotech startups, and academic researchers.Japanese:本企業は、国内大手製薬企業の創薬プラットフォームを継承し誕生した、日本初の統合型創薬ソリューションプロバイダーです。400名を超える研究者と最先端のインフラを活用し、ターゲット探索からIND申請まで、創薬の全プロセスを一気通貫で支援。グローバル製薬企業、バイオベンチャー、アカデミアまで、多様な顧客に最適なソリューションを提供しています。What You'll Do / 主な業務内容English:Lead business development and client engagement across global marketsIdentify partnership opportunities and negotiate strategic agreementsPresent the company’s scientific capabilities and tailor proposals to client needsBuild relationships with pharma, biotech, academia, and public institutionsTrack drug discovery trends to identify emerging opportunitiesCollaborate with internal R&D to align solutions with client pipelinesJapanese:海外顧客に対する創薬支援ビジネスの開拓およびリレーション構築戦略的アライアンス、共同研究、委受託契約の提案・交渉顧客ニーズに応じた提案資料・見積・契約スキームの設計製薬企業、バイオ企業、アカデミア、公的研究機関との連携強化業界トレンド・技術動向の収集と営業戦略への反映社内研究チームと連携した提案型ソリューションの企画What You’ll Bring / 応募要件Must-haves | 必須条件:3+ years in business development, sales, or alliance management in pharma/CRO/biotechStrong communication, negotiation, and presentation skillsBachelor’s degree or higherBusiness-level English (TOEIC 800+ or equivalent)Proactive, self-directed mindsetNice-to-haves | 歓迎条件:Master’s or PhD in a life sciences fieldUnderstanding of the drug discovery process (from early-stage to IND)Experience working with global clients or institutionsPrior research experience or scientific backgroundBusiness-level JapaneseIdeal Candidate / 求める人物像English:Commercially driven, yet scientifically curiousComfortable working cross-functionally in global environmentsThrives in fast-paced, high-impact teamsPassionate about innovation and long-term client partnershipsJapanese:数字に強く、成果にコミットできる方科学的バックグラウンドをビジネスに活かしたい方グローバルな環境でのクロスファンクショナルな働き方に適応できる方イノベーションとパートナーシップ構築に情熱を持てる方Compensation & Benefits / 待遇・福利厚生English:Competitive salary (based on experience)Full-time employment with flexibilityAnnual paid leave, healthcare, maternity/paternity leave, caregiver leaveWeekends and public holidays off (~124 days/year)Professional development and global exposure opportunitiesJapanese:想定年収：経験・スキルにより応相談正社員雇用（柔軟な働き方も相談可）土日祝休み、年末年始休暇（年間約124日）年次有給・特別有給・産育休・介護休暇ありグローバル業務やプロフェッショナル研修の機会多数Department Message / 部門からのメッセージEnglish: Our BD team works hand-in-hand with researchers and executives to connect clients with tailored solutions that advance science and accelerate drug development. If you enjoy bridging science and strategy on a global stage, we’d love to talk.Japanese: Business Development部門では、研究者や経営層と密に連携しながら、顧客の研究課題に対する最適解をデザインしています。グローバルな舞台で、サイエンスとビジネスの懸け橋になれる方と、一緒に未来の創薬を築いていきたいと考えています。