Executive Director, BD&L Transaction

Novartis Farmacéutica; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 130’000 - 180’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Business Development Lead to negotiate and secure partnerships in Oncology. The role involves overall project management of deal-making processes, requiring extensive experience in business development and leading global teams. Candidates should possess a relevant advanced degree and demonstrate a strong track record in building successful collaborations.

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience in Business Development or Investment Banking.
• Demonstrated history of leading international teams.
• Proficiency in English (verbal, written, negotiation).
• Experience in Oncology Therapeutic Area.

Aufgaben

• Lead negotiations and secure BD&L deals.
• Develop and propose deal terms and strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on business cases.

Kenntnisse

Negotiation

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Ausbildung

PhD or Advanced degree in Biological Sciences

MBA or Similar Advanced Degree

Jobbeschreibung

We’re a dedicated team united by a drive to deliver significant value to Novartis. You will partner with the respective BD&L Partnering Therapeutic Area Head, negotiate and secure BD&L deals of a specific therapeutic area (i.e. Oncology) across all stages of development (from research to commercial stage) and geographies. You will be the deal architect and lead negotiator (deal structuring, term sheet, contract negotiations) for partnering opportunities strategically aligned with growth initiatives.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outstanding partnering and project management through the entire deal making process to secure and implement attractive deals
• Develop partnering structures tailored to the profile of each envisioned collaboration
• Propose deal terms and negotiation strategy to BD&L Transaction Head
• Drive contribution from various Functions to develop robust and comprehensive business cases and derive clear recommendations
• Identify and resolve issues promptly, gather and analyse information skilfully, escalate to senior management quickly
• Work closely with the Therapeutic Area Leadership team (Research, Development, Commercial, Strategy Heads) to understand key partnering priorities, drive alignment, and proactively communicate project updates
• Facilitate decision making process at key governance deal committees by preparing comprehensive presentations/memos
• Proactively monitor the external business environment and maintain a knowledge base of licensing transactions and other companies partnering activities
• Build and continuously strengthen broad industry network to facilitate deal making

What you’ll being to the role:

• Proven track record at sourcing, structuring, negotiating, closing different type of partnerships (Deal sheets are required as part of your application).
• Extensive experience in Business Development or Investment Banking with a Broad network in the pharma or biotech sector/industry.
• Demonstrated history of leading international, global, and cross-functional teams and strategic corporate initiatives.
• Show innovation and creativity in previous roles, demonstrating a curious mindset.
• Proficiency in English required - verbal, written, and negotiation
• Relevant degree, PhD. or Advanced degree in the biological sciences. Plus MBA or similar advanced degree
• Experience in Oncology Therapeutic Area in BD&L space.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and accommodation:

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