Our client, a growing mid-sized Clinical Research Organisation (CRO), is seeking an ambitious Business Development Director to drive expansion across Europe. This is a key opportunity for a proactive professional with a hunter mindset and a passion for developing strategic partnerships with biotech and pharma clients.
Role Overview:
The Business Development Director will be responsible for establishing and expanding the company’s presence in European markets. The role will focus on early-phase clinical trials (Phase 1-2) in oncology, CNS, and rare diseases, working closely with biotech and pharmaceutical companies to drive business growth. From identifying high-potential opportunities to closing deals, this role plays a critical part in positioning the organisation as a leading partner in clinical research.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a sales strategy to drive market expansion across Europe.
- Identify and engage with key biotech and pharma decision-makers to build long-term partnerships.
- Manage RFPs, lead negotiations, and deliver tailored solution presentations to potential clients.
- Represent the company at industry conferences and networking events across Europe.
- Work closely with internal teams to align business strategies with market needs.
- Ensure client satisfaction and ongoing relationship management to drive repeat business.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in business development within a full-service CRO, biotech, or pharma setting.
- Strong understanding of early-phase clinical trials (Phase 1-2), particularly in oncology, CNS, and rare diseases.
- Ability to develop new business pipelines and secure high-value contracts with biotech and pharmaceutical companies.
- Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Fluency in English; additional European languages are an advantage.
Why Join?
- Competitive salary and performance-driven commission structure.
- Opportunity to lead European business expansion in a growing mid-sized CRO.
- Flat structure, providing direct exposure to senior leadership.
- Fully remote role with flexibility and autonomy.
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping European business development for a growing CRO, driving success in high-demand therapeutic areas.
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