Director, Business Development

Caidya; London; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing clinical research organization in the UK seeks a Director of Business Development. You will shape market presence, secure new clients, and nurture partnerships in the biopharmaceutical sector. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in healthcare and a proven sales record in CRO services. The role offers flexible working, competitive pay, and a chance to impact clinical development significantly.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible working options

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical or clinical research.
• At least 3 years in a direct sales role.
• Experience selling full CRO services to biopharma clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic plan and annual sales forecasts.
• Deliver presentations and create business opportunities.
• Achieve sales targets and manage customer services post-award.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Client relationship management

Presentation skills

CRM tools

Analytical skills

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools

Job description

Job Title: Director, Business Development - CRO Services
Job Location: London, United Kingdom (Home based - any UK location considered)

Are you a business development professional with real experience in clinical research and pharmaceutical services? Do you enjoy a challenge and take pride in building lasting relationships that make a difference?

As our Director of Business Development, you’ll be a key driver of growth. This is more than a sales role; you’ll help shape our presence in the market by securing new clients, nurturing existing partnerships, and supporting our development as a trusted partner in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops strategic plan and projects annual sales forecasts for each assigned account and discovers new ones which are a service and therapeutic fit to Company’s core offerings. Achieve sales goals by generating new business from existing and new customers.
• Designs and delivers powerful capabilities and bid defense presentations; creates business opportunities through industry relationships and networks; proactively resolves sponsor issues by creating specific action plans that support both Company and sponsor objectives; represents and advocates Business Development at various company meetings.
• Consistently achieves sales targets and delivers on Sales KPI’s.
• Collaborates and coordinates with other departments in the analysis and development of Company’s proposal process and ongoing customer service post-award. Negotiates LOIs, Master Agreements and Milestone Payments with customer.
• Assists in the development of marketing materials, promotional materials, and industry meeting strategy, for their territory. Obtains competitive information such as strengths/ weaknesses of competitive CROs and competitive pricing. Communicates industry events and trends to management.
• Input activities and achievements on assigned accounts into CRM (Workbooks), including leads, contacts, opportunities, meetings, etc. Conducts business/project reviews with existing accounts.

About You

• You hold a degree or equivalent and have at least five years’ experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical or clinical research, with a minimum of three years in a direct sales role.
• You understand the clinical research environment and have sold full CRO services to small or mid‑sized biopharma clients.
• You’re adept at developing accounts, delivering presentations, handling objections and closing opportunities.
• Confident with written and verbal communication across different audiences—from one‑to‑one conversations to formal presentations.
• Comfortable working independently, delivering on targets and managing multiple projects remotely.
• Experienced with CRM tools and Microsoft Office

What We Offer

• A significant role at a growing business driving impact in clinical development.
• Autonomy to develop your patch and pursue genuine opportunities.
• A collaborative and knowledgeable team environment to support your success.
• A challenging role with clear responsibility and ownership—and recognition for your achievements.
• Competitive remuneration package, flexible working options and opportunities for professional growth.

If you're motivated by results, enjoy building relationships, and relish the challenge of expanding our business—this could be the perfect role for you.

Apply now and help us grow our presence so that we can continue to bring life saving therapies to patients!

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