Senior Vice President Business Development

EPM Scientific; Sheffield; Remote; GBP 105,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Contract Research Organisation is seeking a Senior Vice President of Business Development to drive global growth. The role involves defining commercial strategy, leading the development team, and establishing strategic partnerships. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in business development, preferably within life sciences, and a strong understanding of GLP and GxP regulations. The position offers remote flexibility within Europe and requires international travel.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in business development and leadership.
• Track record in driving revenue growth at a global level.
• Strong understanding of GLP, GxP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute global commercial strategy.
• Lead and mentor the business development team.
• Establish strategic partnerships and alliances.

Skills

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Leadership

Market positioning

Education

Advanced degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences

Job description

Senior Vice President of Business Development : BioA Contract Research

An innovative and specialised Contract Research Organisation (CRO) is seeking a visionary and commercially astute leader to drive its global business development strategy. This executive role will oversee all commercial operations, set strategic direction, and foster high-level partnerships to accelerate growth. The position offers remote flexibility within Europe and requires international travel to engage with clients and represent the organisation at industry events. The company is a leader in bioanalytical services for pharmaceutical and biotech markets, leveraging cutting-edge technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global commercial strategy to achieve revenue growth and market expansion objectives.
• Lead and mentor the business development team, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Establish strategic partnerships and alliances with key stakeholders
• Drive market positioning and brand visibility through thought leadership, participation in international conferences, and engagement with industry networks.
• Oversee pricing strategies, contract negotiations, and commercial governance, ensuring profitability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences) preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in business development and commercial leadership , with at least 5 years in an executive role within a CRO or related life sciences organisation.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and building strategic partnerships at a global level.
• Strong understanding of GLP, GxP regulations and familiarity with Discovery, Pre-clinical, or Early-stage clinical (Phase I-III) services.
• Based in Europe, with willingness to travel internationally (approx. 20%) and work remotely full-time.