Senior Director, Global Alliances & Partnerships

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc.; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 242,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellness stipend

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Equity grants

Job summary

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. seeks a Senior Director, Alliance Manager to lead strategic partnerships, align alliance goals with company objectives, and maximize collaboration value.

You will be the primary partner liaison, drive governance, and manage contract negotiations with cross‑functional teams. Role is hub-based in Waltham, MA (onsite 3–4 days/wk) or remote with periodic hub visits; requires 12+ years in biotech/pharma with 5+ years alliance management and fluency in English and Mandarin.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in biotech/pharma with 5+ years alliance management experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience in contract management and complex agreements.
• Ability to lead a high-performing alliance management team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and strengthen Kailera's strategic alliance with Hengrui Pharmaceuticals as primary relationship lead.
• Serve as the main contact for partners, ensuring alignment and issue resolution.
• Liaise with internal SMEs and partner stakeholders to identify gaps and resolve issues.
• Co-lead governance meetings with alliance partner for effective execution.
• Oversee development, execution, and ongoing compliance of partnership agreements.
• Provide updates to internal stakeholders on partnership progress and outcomes.
• Collaborate with Business Development to maximize alliance value.

Skills

Alliance management

Cross-functional leadership

Contract management

Project management

Multicultural collaboration

English fluency

Mandarin fluency

Education

Bachelor's in business or life sciences

Job description

Kailera Therapeutics, Inc. seeks a Senior Director, Alliance Manager to lead strategic partnerships, align alliance goals with company objectives, and maximize collaboration value.

You will be the primary partner liaison, drive governance, and manage contract negotiations with cross‑functional teams. Role is hub-based in Waltham, MA (onsite 3–4 days/wk) or remote with periodic hub visits; requires 12+ years in biotech/pharma with 5+ years alliance management and fluency in English and Mandarin.