Position: Business Development Manager
Report to: Global Business Development Head
Location: Madrid (1), Shanghai (1)
Job Description:
We are seeking two highly organized, proactive, and strategic Business Development Manager to support the executives of the Company. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing business deals, business development initiatives, and strategic channel collaboration as well as financing efforts. This position will offer exposure to high-level strategic decision-making, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, and contributing to the growth of the company in the biotech sector.
Key Responsibilities:
*Business Deal Management:
* Support the executives in identifying, evaluating, and executing strategic business deals, partnerships, and investments.
* Assist in the negotiation, drafting, and management of contracts, term sheets, and agreements with potential partners, clients, and stakeholders.
* Maintain a detailed pipeline of ongoing and potential deals and provide timely updates to senior management team.
*Business Development:
* Support in business cases analysis to identify growth opportunities.
* Assist the executives in identifying new business opportunities, including licensing agreements, joint ventures, acquisitions, and collaborations with pharmaceutical companies and other stakeholders.
* Develop and maintain relationships with potential and existing partners, including biotech companies, academic institutions, regulatory bodies, and investors.
* Support efforts to acquire and manage channel equity, including negotiating investments and securing strategic partnerships.
* Prepare presentations, financial models, and business cases to support the acquisition and investment decision-making process.
*Project and Portfolio Management:
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of business development initiatives and investments.
* Assist in tracking the progress of ongoing projects and ensure timely execution of business deals and development initiatives.
* Work closely with legal, finance, and research teams to manage and monitor due diligence processes and project milestones.
*Strategic Support:
* Provide the executives with research and analysis on key industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory developments in the allergy drug market.
* Coordinate and manage key internal and external meetings, presentations, and communications related to business development efforts.
* Handle confidential information and sensitive negotiations with discretion and professionalism.
Qualifications:
*Education:
* PhD in Life Sciences / Biotechnology or a related field preferred.
* An MBA degree is a plus.
*Experience :
* 3+ years of experience in business development, investment management, or strategic consulting in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, preferably with a focus on allergy treatments or similar therapeutic areas.
* Familiarity with deal structures, contract negotiations, and business development processes in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.
Skills and Abilities:
* Strong analytical, research, and strategic thinking skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Proficiency in project management
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
* Self-starter with a professionalism, attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred Attributes:
* Experience in the allergy drug industry or related therapeutic fields.
* Knowledge of venture capital and private equity in the biotech sector.
* Strong network within the biotech, pharma, and healthcare investment communities.