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Business Development Director | Life Sciences Consultancy
I’m currently working on an exciting search for a Business Development Director with a specialist consultancy operating at the intersection of drug development, clinical pharmacology, and quantitative sciences.
This is a senior commercial role for someone who can take ownership of the full sales cycle, from identifying and developing opportunities through to closing and expanding strategic client relationships.
The ideal profile will have:
- Proven BD experience within the pharma, biotech, CRO, or life sciences consulting space
- Experience selling complex, high-value scientific or technical services
- The ability to engage credibly with senior scientific stakeholders and decision-makers
- A consultative approach to business development rather than transactional sales
- Strong understanding of the drug development landscape
- Confidence leading opportunities independently while bringing in subject-matter experts at the right stage
- Experience building long-term relationships with sophisticated pharma and biotech clients
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A scientific degree or technical background is not essential. What matters most is the ability to understand complex offerings, communicate their value effectively, and build credibility with senior stakeholders.


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This would suit a commercially strong Director-level BD professional who enjoys working in a high-expertise environment and wants genuine ownership of the commercial process.
📍 UK/France/Germany
💼 Director level
🧬 Pharma / Biotech / Drug Development
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