Senior BD & Portfolio Development Lead – Partnerships

Italfarmaco; Alcobendas; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Spain is seeking a mid-senior level professional for a Business & Portfolio Development role. This position involves identifying and evaluating external innovation opportunities and managing partnerships. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in pharma or biotech, an advanced degree in a relevant field, and excellent analytical skills. The role includes significant interaction with partners and internal teams, offering a full-time employment opportunity with international travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in pharma, biotech, consulting, licensing, or R&D strategy roles.
• Solid understanding of drug development and regulatory pathways.
• Experience with term sheets and deal structures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations of external assets and technologies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for internal governance.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners.

Skills

Analytical and strategic thinking

Relationship-building skills

Project management discipline

Communication skills

Understanding of drug development

Education

Advanced degree in Life Sciences

MBA or PhD in Life Sciences

Job description

A leading pharmaceutical company in Spain is seeking a mid-senior level professional for a Business & Portfolio Development role. This position involves identifying and evaluating external innovation opportunities and managing partnerships. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in pharma or biotech, an advanced degree in a relevant field, and excellent analytical skills. The role includes significant interaction with partners and internal teams, offering a full-time employment opportunity with international travel.