Senior Director, Global Alliances & Partnerships

Kailera Therapeutics; United States; Hybrid; USD 242,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Year-end shutdown

Wellness stipend

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Annual bonus opportunities

Equity grants

Job summary

Kailera Therapeutics is seeking a Senior Director, Alliance Manager to lead strategic partnerships for obesity-focused therapies. This role reports to senior leadership and requires overseeing cross-functional teams across commercial, medical, and development functions, ensuring alignment with business goals.

The position offers hub-based onsite presence in Waltham, MA with remote/home-based flexibility and periodic onsite hub reviews.

Qualifications

• 12 years’ experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry with 5+ years in alliance management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; problem-solving and adaptability.
• Experience leading cross-functional and multi-cultural teams and influencing stakeholders.
• Experience in contract management and navigating complex legal agreements.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple programs.
• Proven leadership in building and coaching an Alliance Management team.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin (written and verbal) is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and strengthen Kailera's strategic alliance with Hengrui Pharmaceuticals as primary relationship lead.
• Serve as primary contact for partners, ensuring ongoing communication and alignment of goals.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and partner organizations to resolve issues and gaps.
• Co-lead governance meetings with alliance partners to drive efficient collaboration.
• Oversee development, execution, and ongoing compliance of partnership agreements, including contract negotiations.
• Provide regular progress updates to internal stakeholders to ensure transparency.
• Collaborate with Business Development to maximize value of alliances.

Skills

Alliance management

Cross-functional collaboration

Contract management

Project management

Leadership

English and Mandarin fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Kailera Therapeutics is seeking a Senior Director, Alliance Manager to lead strategic partnerships for obesity-focused therapies. This role reports to senior leadership and requires overseeing cross-functional teams across commercial, medical, and development functions, ensuring alignment with business goals.

The position offers hub-based onsite presence in Waltham, MA with remote/home-based flexibility and periodic onsite hub reviews.