Business Development Director - Contract Research Organisation

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global Contract Research Organization seeks a Business Development Director to drive business in the UK and Western Europe. The role offers flexibility and requires a strong track record in sales and networking within the pharma, biotechnology, and medical device sectors.

Qualifications

• Proven sales track record in pharma/biotech/medical devices.
• Strong network in relevant sectors.
• Hunter mentality essential.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales and business development targets.
• Develop and implement targeted business strategies.
• Prospect to build a sales pipeline and generate RFPs.

Skills

Sales Management

Networking

Business Development

Market Analysis

Tools

Salesforce

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Business Development Director - Contract Research Organisation, Hemel Hempstead

Client:

RBW Consulting

Location:

Hemel Hempstead, 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 newly created role offers the opportunity to work with a high-performance international team in a remote, work-from-home setting, focusing on the UK and Western European markets.

The successful candidate will be responsible for securing new business and managing accounts within pharma, biotechnology, and medical device sectors across various therapeutic areas, including oncology, CNS, renal, and rare diseases. A hunter mentality, a strong network, and a proven sales track record in this region are essential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Achieving sales and business development targets
• Developing and implementing targeted business strategies
• Prospecting to build a sales pipeline and generate RFPs
• Using Salesforce to track client interactions and opportunities
• Leading the sales process and proposal development
• Redefining profitable market niches based on evidence
• Collaborating with marketing to support business development
• Contributing to sales targets and strategies with leadership
• Supporting pre-sales activities and resource allocation
• Engaging with agents, consultants, and industry events to generate opportunities