Director of Business Development (London Area)

Our client is seeking a Business Development Director to join their highly regarded medical affairs team. The role will encompass a large percentage of medical affairs work, as well as some promotional (and no publications!). YOU MUST HAVE WORKED IN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ROLE IN A HEALTHCARE COMMUNICATIONS AGENCY FOR THIS ROLE. PLS don\’t apply if you haven\’t worked in this sector.

The ideal candidate will direct the business development activities of the organization and drive growth. They play a key role in the company and in the generation of new business.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategy and operations for business growth and diversity the existing client portfolio
• Provide feedback to company leadership on growth related topics
• Plan and coordinate the penetration of new markets

The Client: This agency is renowned for working across broad range of materials, with notable focus on their patient engagement work. The majority of their work is global and they work across a range of therapeutic areas, including: Rare diseases, Oncology, Haem-onc, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Women’s Health, Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and some diabetes.

Location: London/Manchester/Oxford – Hybrid (2 days a week, IDEALLY LONDON)

PLEASE NOTE: This role is available to UK based candidates only. Please do not apply if you are based outside of the UK. Unfortunately this client is unable to offer VISA sponsorship, so please consider this before applying.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus 3 between Xmas and NY
• 10% bonus
• Days in lieu if have to work at weekend for on-site work
• 4.5 % pension
• 4 x salary life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye tests

Candidate must have:

• Minimum 10 years in a healthcare communications agency setting
• Scientific educational background (minimum BSc)
• Calm, mediated approach in a fast-paced environment