Director, Early-Stage Pharma Transactions (Hybrid, London)

Merck; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck in London seeks a Director, Business Development Transactions to lead end-to-end Early Stage pharma deals from structuring to signature. Based in Moorgate, the role is hybrid with onsite presence two days per week and involves close collaboration across BD&L, Commercial, Legal and other functions.

The successful candidate will develop deal structures, define terms and govern the process to enable timely execution, potentially supporting Europe-wide Commercial transactions as part of

Qualifications

• Extensive pharma business development experience with deal ownership.
• Experience leading Early Stage transactions and governance.
• Familiarity with deal structures and financial terms.
• Scientific fluency to engage credibly with partners.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end transaction and negotiation process with cross-functional teams.
• Develop deal structure, scope, ownership and financial terms.
• Lead internal deal governance and stakeholder alignment for timely Signature.
• Interface with Search & Evaluation, Commercial, Legal, Patents, and Alliance teams.
• Operate in a small, high-intensity team to meet BD&L goals.

Skills

Deal execution

Negotiation

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial terms

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Merck in London seeks a Director, Business Development Transactions to lead end-to-end Early Stage pharma deals from structuring to signature. Based in Moorgate, the role is hybrid with onsite presence two days per week and involves close collaboration across BD&L, Commercial, Legal and other functions.

The successful candidate will develop deal structures, define terms and govern the process to enable timely execution, potentially supporting Europe-wide Commercial transactions as part of