Director Business Development – Pharma
Location: Hybrid / Europe
Type: Full-time
As part of our continued global expansion, we are seeking an experienced Director Business Development – Pharma to lead and grow our international business development team, with a strong focus on Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Toxicology, and Medical Information services.
Your Role
As Director Business Development – Pharma, you will:
* Lead, mentor, and expand a growing team of business development professionals, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.
* Define and implement the global commercial strategy for our Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Toxicology, and Medical Information services.
* Drive strategic partnerships with biotech, mid-size and large pharmaceutical companies, leveraging your international network to expand QbD's footprint.
* Act as a trusted advisor to clients, translating complex scientific and regulatory challenges into tailored service solutions.
* Identify and pursue new market opportunities, shaping multi-year growth plans aligned with QbD's strategic vision.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with regulatory, vigilance, and medical experts to design integrated service offerings.
* Represent QbD Group at international conferences and industry associations, strengthening brand visibility and thought leadership.
* Report directly to Chief Commercial Officer and contribute to QbD's strategic leadership team.
What You Bring
* A bachelor's or master's degree in a Life Sciences or business-related field.
* years of experience in commercial leadership roles within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
* Proven business development track record in regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, toxicology, and medical information services, with a strong international network in these domains.
* Demonstrated success in leading and scaling business development teams, driving revenue growth across multiple geographies.
* Deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and lifecycle of medicinal products.
* Exceptional strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills; comfortable interacting with C-level executives.
* Excellent communication and negotiation abilities, with an entrepreneurial and solution-oriented mindset.
* Fluent in English; other European languages are an asset.
* Willingness to travel across Europe as needed.
What's in It for You
* A leadership role within a fast-growing, internationally recognized life sciences organization.
* The opportunity to shape commercial strategy in a high-impact business unit.
* An attractive and competitive compensation package, including performance-based incentives.
* A hybrid, flexible working model and an international environment that values autonomy and results.
* Continuous professional growth within a knowledge-driven organization that invests in its people.
* A culture built on Joy, Partnership, Going the Extra Mile, and Getting Things Done (JPEG) — where leadership is about people first.
Who You Are
* A strategic commercial leader with vision and commercial drive.
* A connector who builds trust and long-term partnerships.
* Resilient, entrepreneurial, and inspiring — you lead by example.
* Passionate about improving patient safety and advancing pharmaceutical excellence.
* Serious about your work, but not too serious about yourself.
About QbD Group
QbD Group supports life sciences companies worldwide from idea to patient. With 500+ experts across 8 countries, we deliver knowledge and tailored (software) solutions in development, clinical, regulatory & compliance, production, and distribution — serving clients in ATMP, Biotech, Medical Devices, In Vitro Diagnostics, Digital Health, and Pharma.
At QbD Group, you won't just take a job — you'll join a mission: helping life sciences companies bring safe and innovative products to patients faster.
Interested?
We'd love to meet you.
Send your CV and motivation letter — and let's discuss how you can shape the next chapter of QbD's growth story.