Business Development Director – Drug Discovery CDMO (Europe) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Business Development Director to drive growth across Europe for a leading general drug discovery and development services organization. This role will lead strategic and operational business development activities, expanding relationships with top-tier pharma and biotech companies and positioning the organization as a trusted discovery partner. Lead new business generation with integral pharma and biotech clients, focusing on integrated drug discovery and early development programs. Identify, qualify, and close opportunities across services including Medicinal Chemistry, Biology, DMPK, Structural Biology, and CDMO Manufacturing. Manage the full BD lifecycle — from lead generation and proposal coordination to pricing, negotiation, and contract closure. Build long‐term, consultative relationships with key decision‐makers in pharma, biotech, and academia. Represent the company at industry events and scientific conferences to strengthen its European brand presence. 7‐15 years of experience in Business Development within Drug Discovery / CRO / CDMO environments. Proven record of success developing partnerships with large pharma and biotech organizations. Strong technical understanding of discovery disciplines (Medicinal Chemistry, In Vitro/In Vivo Biology, DMPK). Experience working cross‐functionally with scientific and operational teams across global sites. This is a high‐impact role offering the opportunity to shape the company's European footprint, drive commercial success, and collaborate with leading innovators in the global drug discovery ecosystem. Full-time Sales and Business Development