Business Development Director, Process Development and GMP Manufacturing

Pharmaron; Hoddesdon; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A global CRO and CDMO is seeking a Business Development Director to drive growth in Process Development and GMP Manufacturing services. The candidate will identify new business opportunities, develop strategic customer relationships, and leverage their scientific background in a remote role that requires travel across the UK and Europe. This position demands a PhD in Organic Chemistry and over 5 years of relevant industry experience, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in Process Chemistry, ideally within pharmaceutical or biotech settings.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop long-term customer relationships and contribute to revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify and develop new business opportunities across process development and GMP manufacturing.
• Achieve annual revenue and growth targets through strategic client engagement.
• Serve as the technical liaison between clients and internal teams.

Skills

Process Chemistry expertise

Strong communication skills

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry

Job description

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Job Introduction

Business Development Director, Process Development and GMP Manufacturing

Location

UK Remote

Pharmaron is a global CRO and CDMO supporting pharma and biotech partners in bringing new therapies to life. With over 25,000 employees across 23 global facilities in the US, UK and China, we provide fully integrated discovery, CMC development and manufacturing services spanning small molecules, biologics and gene therapies.

In the past year alone, Pharmaron supported over 1,000 CMC programmes, 780 discovery projects and more than 1,000 clinical trials across every stage of development. Our teams collaborate with 3,000+ global partners, accelerating innovation through scientific excellence and operational expertise.

Learn more at www.pharmaron.com.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, technically strong Business Development Director to support the continued growth of our Process Development, Scale-Up and GMP Manufacturing services.

This role is ideal for a scientifically grounded commercial professional who combines hands‑on experience in process chemistry with a passion for building partnerships and shaping CDMO solutions.

You will leverage your scientific background and industry network to identify new business opportunities, develop strategic customer relationships, and position Pharmaron as a partner of choice for small molecule CMC services. Working closely with internal Process Chemistry and Manufacturing teams, you will translate complex technical needs into clear, actionable proposals that drive measurable growth.

This is a remote role with regular travel across the UK and Europe, ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, is proactive, and thrives in a fast‑paced commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify and develop new business opportunities across process development, scale‑up, technology transfer and GMP manufacturing.
• Achieve annual revenue and growth targets through strategic client engagement.
• Serve as the technical and strategic liaison between clients and internal scientific, operational and project management teams.
• Understand client needs and translate them into robust proposals, timelines, scopes of work and commercial terms.
• Build and maintain a high‑quality pipeline across pharma, biotech and emerging innovators.
• Collaborate with Process Chemistry and Manufacturing to ensure alignment between client expectations and operational capability.
• Represent Pharmaron at conferences, trade shows and industry events, strengthening brand presence.
• Support the development of technical marketing content aligned with CMC business goals.
• Support the creation and ideation of scientific marketing content to support CMC marketing goals
• Monitor market trends, customer feedback and competitor activity to inform commercial and service‑line strategy.
• Maintain accurate CRM documentation, forecasting and account management records.

Candidate Profile

• PhD in Organic Chemistry (preferred).
• 5+ years of industry experience in Process Chemistry, ideally within pharmaceutical or biotech settings.
• Strong understanding of small molecule process development, scale‑up, tech transfer and regulatory pathways.
• Prior business development or client‑facing experience is highly beneficial, but candidates with strong communication skills and commercial curiosity are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to a range of scientific and non‑scientific stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop long‑term customer relationships and contribute to revenue growth.
• Highly organized, self‑driven, and comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Why Pharmaron?

Collaborative Culture

Thrive in an environment where teamwork, scientific excellence and customer partnership are at the core. Pharmaron's values - Employees Number One and Clients Centered - underpin a culture built on trust, transparency and shared purpose.

Career Growth

Opportunities to contribute to a rapidly expanding CDMO business and to shape the future of our CMC service offerings.

Competitive Rewards

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package aligned with experience and impact.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and help drive innovation and success across Pharmaron's growing CMC operations.

For questions, please contact Elisa Di Caterino - Talent Acquisition Partner - [e-mail]

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.