Business Development Manager

On Q Recruitment; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth potential

Work at the forefront of innovation

Opportunity to shape commercial functions

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Sydney is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive the 360° business development cycle in the viral vector manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate should possess a strong scientific foundation, proven business development experience in Life Sciences, and a proactive approach to secure new business. This role offers the chance to shape a commercial function and grow professionally within a mission-led team.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in science, ideally with qualifications in Molecular Biology or Immunology.
• Proven business development experience in Life Sciences, CDMO, CRO, or Biotech sectors.
• A proactive hunter mindset for new business.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full 360° business development cycle from prospecting to deal closure.
• Identify new leads and build relationships with global clients.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop commercial collateral.

Skills

Scientific foundation

Business development experience

Hunter mindset

Ability to work autonomously

Effective collaboration

Education

Qualifications in Molecular Biology or Immunology

Job description

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Are you a commercially driven, science-savvy business development professional ready to make your mark in the cutting-edge world of viral vector manufacturing?

Our client is a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in viral vectors and is seeking a Business Development Manager who combines scientific credibility with a hunter mentality. This is your chance to help shape the future of cell and gene therapy in the APAC region and beyond.

Reporting to the Head of Business Development and Partnerships, you will be responsible for the full 360° business development cycle — from identifying new leads and building relationships with global clients to closing deals and setting them up for long-term manufacturing partnerships.

Working closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications, you will assist in building out commercial collateral and sector strategies. You will also be a key player in the development of the CRM, sales function, and BD architecture from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full 360° business development cycle from prospecting to deal closure and long-term manufacturing partnerships.
• Identify new leads and build relationships with global clients.
• Close deals and set up partnerships for ongoing manufacturing collaboration.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop commercial collateral and sector strategies.
• Develop CRM, sales processes, and BD architecture from the ground up.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Strong scientific foundation — ideally with qualifications in Molecular Biology, Immunology or a related field.
• Proven business development experience in Life Sciences, CDMO, CRO, or Biotech sectors with a demonstrated ability to close deals.
• A hunter mindset — proactive in identifying and securing new business.
• Experience working autonomously in an early-stage or start-up environment.
• Comfortable engaging across South Korea, the USA, and wider APAC markets.
• Willingness to travel (~25%) and attend industry conferences — often solo.
• A team player who collaborates effectively with scientific, QA, and marketing teams — no egos, just results.

Why Join

• Work at the forefront of cell and gene therapy innovation.
• Partner with industry leaders, including industry alliances.
• Help shape a commercial function from the ground up with career growth potential.
• Be part of a mission-led team committed to advancing therapeutics for global impact.

If you’re ready to combine your scientific understanding with commercial drive and help shape the future of advanced therapies, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation.