Business Development Director | UK based
Posted 1 day ago by Novotech
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Business Development Director is responsible for leading and organizing department operations while pursuing business targets aligned with company policies. This role involves managing staff, developing client relationships, and overseeing training and marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in a CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment and possess strong communication and negotiation skills. A commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace is emphasized, supporting diverse team members in their professional development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research company information for prospective new clients for lead generation purposes.
- Prepare budgets and proposals for international and local clients as directed.
- Develop a good understanding of clinical trial design and the services required by the client.
- Manage staff including planning, assigning, and directing work; managing performance and guiding professional development.
- Address employee relations issues and resolve problems; act as a coach and mentor for subordinates.
- Develop standard processes to ensure staff has the proper materials, systems access, and training to complete job responsibilities.
- Oversee the execution of the training plan.
- Assist in the marketing of Novotech at local conferences and other marketing initiatives.
- Maintain relationships with clients in the local market by delivering client presentations and ensuring appropriate contracts are in place.
Key Skills:
- Experienced within a CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment.
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a business, science or related discipline.
- Ability to develop positive relationships with current and potential clients.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage opportunities across a variety of accounts.
- Proficient in English and/or another second language.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
About the Role
The Business Development Director handles leading, planning and organisation of department operations and looking for business targets according to company's policies and achieving goals.
Responsibilities
- Research company information for prospective new clients for lead generation purposes.
- Prepare budgets and proposals for international and local clients as directed.
- Develop a good understanding of clinical trial design and the services required by the client.
- Manage staff including planning, assigning, and directing work; managing performance and guiding professional development; addressing employee relations issues and resolving problems; acting as a coach and mentor for subordinates as they develop in their role.
- Develop standard processes to ensure that staff has the proper materials, systems access and training to complete job responsibilities.
- Oversee the execution of the training plan.
- Assist in the marketing of Novotech at local conferences and other marketing initiatives.
- Maintain relationships with clients in the local market by delivering client presentations; development of budgets and proposals and ensuring appropriate contracts are in place.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Experienced within a CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment.
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a business, science or related discipline.
- Ability to develop positive relationships with current and potential clients.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage opportunities across a variety of accounts.
- Proficient in English and/or another second language.
Novotech is proud to offer a great workplace. We are committed to being an employer of choice for gender equality and providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Our team members are passionate about what we do, but we understand work is only of the things that is important to them. We support our team members with flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs and ongoing development programs. We are looking for people who are passionate about working clinical research and biotech, including people who identify as LGBTIQ+, have a disability or have caring responsibilities. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every application. We look forward to contacting you regarding your application.