Executive Director, Global Strategic Business Development

Syneos Health, Inc.

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Syneos Health, Inc. is seeking an Executive Director, Strategic Business Development. The role drives global account growth, negotiates master service agreements, and shapes multi-year plans with cross-functional teams to expand enterprise value for biopharma clients.

You will partner with therapy strategy, operations, and delivery teams to deliver tailored, client-focused solutions and lead high-impact proposals and RFP responses. Travel to key client locations will be required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field required; graduate degree preferred.
Proven experience in strategic sales, global business development, or client relationship management.
Deep knowledge of the clinical trial/pharma landscape and CRMs like Salesforce.

Responsibilities

Leads global business development efforts across high-value accounts.
Identifies enterprise-level opportunities including MSAs and strategic alliances.
Develops multi-year growth plans for key global clients aligned with commercial objectives.
Collaborates with stakeholders across therapy leads, operations, and delivery to create client-centric growth strategies.
Maintains up-to-date CRM records including opportunities and communications.