Director of Business Development

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global CDMO is seeking a Director/Senior Director of Business Development to expand its client base across biotechs in the UK and EU. This remote position involves developing business strategies, managing sales cycles, and leading client relationships in the small molecule API sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and a strong scientific background to align company capabilities with customer needs.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of business development experience in the CDMO space.
• Strong knowledge of small molecule API development and manufacturing.
• Proven ability to lead complex client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies.
• Identify and close opportunities with biotech and pharma partners.
• Manage complex sales cycles from first contact through negotiations.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in Chemistry or related scientific discipline

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Director of Business Development, Maidstone

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Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Director/Senior Director, Business Development – Remote | Global CDMO | Small Molecule APIs

Are you a strategic dealmaker with a passion for chemistry and a proven track record in the CDMO space? Join a leading global CDMO partner delivering high-quality small molecule API services to innovators worldwide.

We’re looking for a Director/Senior Director of Business Development to drive growth, build partnerships, and expand our client base across biotechs in the UK and EU. This is a remote-based role with a world-leading company.

About the Role:

As a key member of the commercial leadership team, you will:

• Develop and execute business development strategies to drive new API project acquisitions.
• Identify and close opportunities with biotech and pharma partners.
• Manage complex sales cycles from first contact through contract negotiations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with technical and operational teams to align customer needs with our capabilities.

What You Bring:

• 5–10+ years of business development experience in the CDMO space.
• Strong knowledge of small molecule API development and manufacturing.
• Background in chemistry or a related scientific discipline (BSc, MSc, or PhD preferred).
• Proven ability to lead complex client relationships and long sales cycles.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment and across time zones.