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Business Development Manager
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Business Development Manager – Products & Services
Locations: London or Cambridge, UK
Sectors: Life Sciences | In Vivo Models | Mandarin speaking
Talentmark is partnering with a fast-growing biotech seeking a scientifically minded PhD scientist to join its commercial team in a Business Development Manager role focused on products and services within the life science sectors.
Fluency in both Mandarin and English is essential for this role, as the role involves building relationships and supporting clients across international markets as well as working closely with Mandarin-speaking partners.
This is a great opportunity for a Mandarin speaking, early-career scientist looking to move from bench research into a business-facing role, with strong training, global exposure, and genuine progression potential.
No prior sales, business development or commercial experience is required for this position.
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You will have the best opportunity to learn and utilize the science and business in the fields of immuno-oncology, animal model gene engineering, preclinical pharmacology, etc. The biggest advantage of working with our client is that your career will have the best combination of biopharmaceutical science and applications, and you will grow with confidence and strength.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Master the science and business skills in the above-mentioned fields.
- Actively reach out to prospective customers, explore business opportunities, manage negotiations, and secure contracts.
- Attend trade shows/relevant conferences.
- Support the Marketing Team in branding and building awareness in the marketplace.
Your Background:
- PhD (minimum) in a bioscience field with hands-on experience working with mouse models is essential.
- Strong interest to learn advances in biopharmaceutical science and business.
- Based in or able to commute to Cambridge or London areas.
- Enjoy networking with top scientists from biotech and biopharma companies.
- Proven track record of revenue generation is a plus.
- Mandarin language skills is essential as well as a good level of English is a requirement.
- Willingness to travel i.e. customer meetings, conferences/vendor shows.
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Why Apply?
- Join a high-growth US biotech expanding its presence across the UK and Europe.
- Ideal opportunity for scientists looking to move into business development.
- Work closely with global teams in a highly visible role.
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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 186 920 in all correspondence.
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