Senior Director, Business Development CDMO Services
Description
Senior Director, Business Development CDMO Services
Location: UK (Remote) | Travel: ~50%
Sector: CDMO | Level: Senior Director
A global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) is hiring a Senior Director of Business Development to lead strategic growth across its service portfolio (small molecule, biologics, ADCs, peptides, and oligonucleotides). This is a senior, client-facing role with responsibility for high-value partnerships and long-term revenue expansion.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead business development strategy across multiple therapeutic and modality areas
- Build and manage key client relationships, from first contact through to close
- Partner with technical and executive teams to align proposals with client needs
- Represent the company at major conferences and in high-level negotiations
Required Experience:
- 10+ years in BD or commercial leadership within CDMO, CRO, or pharma services
Strong knowledge across modalities (small molecule, biologics, or ADCs)
Proven track record of winning complex deals and building client trust
Strong communicator, commercially minded, and highly collaborative
Whats on offer:
Global capabilities and innovation-led culture
Senior-level visibility and decision-making input
Flexible working, strong earning potential, and a supportive team