Remote Pharma BD Manager Africa Partnerships & Growth

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Travel to industry events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly strategic Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager to drive partnerships, licensing deals, and strategic investments across South Africa and the wider African region. The role is remote with travel to key partners and industry events.

You will lead negotiations, build executive relationships, and collaborate with R&D, legal, and finance to shape growth strategies and maximize value for stakeholders in a dynamic biopharma landscape.

Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree required.
• 7+ years in business development, strategic partnerships, or corporate venturing within pharma/biotech.
• Proven track record of identifying, negotiating and closing complex deals.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical value chain, drug development, and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate BD opportunities including partnerships, licensing, M&A.
• Develop and execute strategies to expand market presence and product portfolio.
• Conduct market research and competitive analyses in pharma/biotech.
• Build relationships with industry partners, research institutions, and investors.
• Lead negotiations for complex deals and agreements.
• Prepare business cases, proposals, and strategic plans for executives.
• Collaborate with R&D, legal, and finance on BD initiatives.
• Represent the company at industry conferences and events.
• Manage due diligence for potential transactions.

Skills

Strategic partnerships

Negotiation

Deal-making

Financial modeling

Market analysis

Education

MBA or advanced degree in Business, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly strategic Pharmaceutical Business Development Manager to drive partnerships, licensing deals, and strategic investments across South Africa and the wider African region. The role is remote with travel to key partners and industry events.

You will lead negotiations, build executive relationships, and collaborate with R&D, legal, and finance to shape growth strategies and maximize value for stakeholders in a dynamic biopharma landscape.