Business Development Director - Contract Research Organisation

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization is looking for a Business Development Director to drive sales in the UK and western Europe. The individual will cultivate new business relationships across pharma, biotech, and medical device sectors, with responsibilities for achieving revenue targets and implementing strategic plans.

Qualifications

• Proven sales track record in CRO solutions.
• Strong network in pharma, biotech, and medical device sectors.
• Hunter mentality with ability to generate new business.

Responsibilities

• Achieving sales and business development targets.
• Developing business strategies for target markets.
• Prospecting to build a pipeline of opportunities.

Skills

Sales Expertise

Business Development

Networking

CRO Solutions

Tools

Salesforce

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Business Development Director - Contract Research Organisation, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

RBW Consulting

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

Job Description:

I am currently looking for a Business Development Director for a global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization with a strong reputation, stable client base, and consistent growth. This is a newly created, individual sales contributor role working remotely in the UK/western European territory. You will be responsible for securing new business and managing accounts within pharma, biotech, and medical device companies across various therapeutic areas including oncology, CNS, renal, and rare diseases. A hunter mentality and a strong network in the region are essential, along with a proven sales track record selling CRO solutions.

Your responsibilities include:

• Achieving sales and business development targets
• Developing and implementing business strategies for target markets
• Prospecting to build a pipeline of opportunities and RFPs
• Using Salesforce to track client activities and opportunities
• Leading sales processes and proposal development
• Redefining profitable market niches based on evidence
• Supporting marketing strategies with input from the team
• Developing sales targets and plans with leadership
• Supporting pre-sales activities and resource securing
• Engaging with agents and consultants in other regions
• Collaborating with research staff to maximize selling opportunities
• Attending conferences and trade shows to generate business