APAC In-Licensing Lead — China-Focused BD & Strategy

BEATHCHAPMAN (PTE. LTD.); Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

BeathChapman is supporting a regional in-licensing leadership role in Singapore to originate and structure assets across APAC, with a strong emphasis on China. You will work directly with the CEO and Board, building a continuously refreshed funnel of early-to-mid-stage assets and converting them into signed transactions.

You bring senior BD experience in biotech or pharma, a robust APAC network (especially in China) and a proven track record closing licensing or M&A deals.

Qualifications

• Senior BD, licensing or corporate development experience in biotech or pharma.
• Strong APAC network, with emphasis in China.
• Proven track record sourcing and closing in-licensing or M&A deals.
• Scientific fluency to screen assets across therapy areas.
• Comfort with a lean, high-velocity platform rather than a large BD organisation.
• Mandarin proficiency preferred for China engagements and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Source and originate in-licensing opportunities for differentiated assets across APAC.
• Build and maintain a high-quality pipeline aligned to portfolio strategy and risk/return criteria.
• Lead early scientific and commercial screening with clinical and project leads on diligence.
• Support deal structuring and negotiation with COO and external counsel.
• Represent the company at partnering events, conferences and scientific forums.
• Prepare recommendations for portfolio review and Board discussions.

Skills

Senior BD experience

APAC network

China connections

Sourcing deals

Mandarin preferred

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

BeathChapman is supporting a regional in-licensing leadership role in Singapore to originate and structure assets across APAC, with a strong emphasis on China. You will work directly with the CEO and Board, building a continuously refreshed funnel of early-to-mid-stage assets and converting them into signed transactions.

You bring senior BD experience in biotech or pharma, a robust APAC network (especially in China) and a proven track record closing licensing or M&A deals.