Executive Director, Clinical Development - Cell Therapy

BioTalent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BioTalent is seeking an Executive Director for Clinical Development in London. This senior leadership role involves guiding a clinical-stage programme at a biotechnology company focused on innovative therapies. Responsibilities include leading the clinical strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, and managing a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate should possess a medical degree, substantial drug development experience, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in drug development within biotech or pharmaceutical settings.
• Demonstrated leadership in advancing therapies through clinical development.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, regulatory considerations, and translational science.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development strategy for a novel cell therapy programme across clinical stages.
• Drive programme planning, prioritisation, and execution to optimise development timelines and value.
• Design and oversee clinical studies, including protocols, endpoints, and operational delivery.

Skills

Leadership in drug development

Clinical trial design

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Medical degree (MD or equivalent)

Job description

BioTalent is seeking an Executive Director for Clinical Development in London. This senior leadership role involves guiding a clinical-stage programme at a biotechnology company focused on innovative therapies. Responsibilities include leading the clinical strategy, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, and managing a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate should possess a medical degree, substantial drug development experience, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a hybrid working model.