Senior CMC Client Relations Director - EU

Green Life Science; Union (NJ); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Life Science is seeking an Associate Director – CMC to lead senior-level client relationships across global projects. You will bridge clients with internal teams, oversee multiple CMC programs and craft clear, commercially focused messages for diverse audiences.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in Pharma/CRO/CDMO, strong CMC knowledge, and fluency in English with Mandarin; they will work across international teams to grow accounts and ensure high-quality client experiences.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Life Sciences, Chemistry or related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in Pharma, CRO or CDMO environments.
• Demonstrable client-facing CMC experience within drug development or manufacturing.
• Good understanding of CMC processes and credible engagement with technical teams and clients.
• Fluent Mandarin Chinese (C1/C2) and excellent English – essential.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across international teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain senior-level client relationships across technical, quality, regulatory and commercial functions.
• Act as the key link between clients and internal scientific and operational teams, ensuring clear communication.
• Oversee multiple CMC programs at a strategic level, managing expectations, priorities, risks and escalations.
• Translate technical and project information into clear, commercially relevant messages for different client audiences.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen existing relationships and support account growth and future business.
• Participate in client governance meetings, proposals and senior-level discussions.
• Influence teams across different functions and geographies without direct authority.
• Represent the organisation professionally and promote a high-quality client experience.

Skills

Senior-level client relationships

Cross-functional communication

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Governance

Education

Life sciences PhD

Job description

Green Life Science is seeking an Associate Director – CMC to lead senior-level client relationships across global projects. You will bridge clients with internal teams, oversee multiple CMC programs and craft clear, commercially focused messages for diverse audiences.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in Pharma/CRO/CDMO, strong CMC knowledge, and fluency in English with Mandarin; they will work across international teams to grow accounts and ensure high-quality client experiences.