Executive Director, Strategic Partnerships

Biopharma Careers; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Biopharma Careers in Singapore is seeking a Commercial Partnerships Lead, APMA, to shape and advance strategic partnerships across the region, guiding governance, due diligence and successful execution of deals.

This Executive Director level role requires a commercially minded leader who thrives in cross‑functional environments, works across markets and external partners, and translates opportunities into tangible business impact for the portfolio.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field; MBA desired.
• 8-12 years of experience in commercial partnerships.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences environments, understanding of the pharma product lifecycle.
• Exposure to regional or multi-country commercial operations.
• Experience supporting partnership governance and approvals.
• Commercial assessment and opportunity prioritization.
• Financial and P&L impact awareness.
• Understanding of partnership deal structures and governance.
• Ability to manage alliance performance and compliance

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess commercial partnership opportunities across countries and geographies
• Support countries in prioritizing the most viable partnership options
• Evaluate strategic and commercial fit based on portfolio and market needs
• Analyze partnership ecosystem strengths, gaps, and constraints
• Provide structured insights to inform regional and country decision forums
• Coordinate partnership deal governance and approval processes
• Ensure deal assessments meet internal guidelines and policies
• Support due diligence across commercial, legal, and finance functions
• Prepare clear documentation for governance and approval bodies
• Ensure alignment with MAL policy (Medical Affairs and Legal policy) requirements
• Build and maintain effective relationships with external partners
• Monitor partnership performance against agreed deliverables
• Track financial and profit and loss (P&L) impact of partnership deals
• Ensure compliance with contractual and governance obligations
• Oversee audits and follow-up actions related to partnerships

Education

University degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field. Advanced business, finance or management qualification e.g. MBA desired

Job description

Biopharma Careers in Singapore is seeking a Commercial Partnerships Lead, APMA, to shape and advance strategic partnerships across the region, guiding governance, due diligence and successful execution of deals.

This Executive Director level role requires a commercially minded leader who thrives in cross‑functional environments, works across markets and external partners, and translates opportunities into tangible business impact for the portfolio.