At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth in the life sciences sector across Europe, focusing on client engagement and contract closure.
- Company: Join Domainex, an award-winning drug discovery services company with a strong scientific reputation.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, performance-based commission, comprehensive benefits, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a profitable, fast-growing organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by translating cutting-edge science into business opportunities in dynamic markets.
- Qualifications: Biology degree, business development experience, and a strong network in the life sciences sector.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: UK or Europe-based (remote/hybrid)
Role: Full-time (part-time and independent consultants considered)
Are you a biology-trained scientist with a passion for translating cutting-edge science into real-world impact? Do you thrive on building relationships, opening doors, and winning business in the life sciences sector? If so, Domainex wants to hear from you.
ABOUT DOMAINEX
Founded in 2001 and based near Cambridge, UK, Domainex is an award-winning, independent drug discovery services company. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, academic and patient foundation groups worldwide to advance the discovery of clinical drug candidates. Our fully integrated capabilities span disease target protein expression and structural biology, assay development, hit discovery, medicinal chemistry, ADME, bioanalytical chemistry and pharmacology, delivering excellence and innovation across the entire drug discovery value chain.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Business Development Associate Director / Director to grow our client base across Europe, with a particular focus on the Nordics, Spain, Switzerland and Belgium. This is an exciting opportunity to represent a scientifically differentiated organisation in some of Europe's most dynamic and fast-growing life sciences markets. You will own the full sales cycle, from identifying and engaging prospective clients to closing new contracts, working closely with Domainex's UK-based scientific and operational teams to deliver compelling, tailored proposals. You will report to the Chief Commercial Officer.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Identify and develop new business opportunities across the European life sciences sector, with priority focus on the Nordics, Spain, Switzerland and Belgium
- Build and leverage an established network of contacts across biotechnology, pharma and academic institutions in your target markets
- Engage confidently with scientific decision-makers, articulating the full range and value of Domainex's drug discovery services
- Manage the complete sales cycle from initial introduction through to contract close
- Collaborate closely with UK-based scientific colleagues to scope, develop and present winning proposals
- Represent Domainex at relevant European conferences, industry events and client meetings
- Travel regularly within Europe, with occasional visits to Domainex's UK headquarters
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- A strong scientific background, with a degree (Bachelor's level or above) in a biology discipline — biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology or related field
- Experience in a business development or sales role, preferably within the provision of scientific or drug discovery services with a minimum of five years' experience
- A solid understanding of new medicines discovery, with appreciation of biology disciplines
- An established network of connections across the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors in Europe, particularly in the Nordics, Spain, Switzerland and/or Belgium
- A confident, entrepreneurial self-starter who can work independently to identify and progress opportunities across a portfolio of accounts
- A completer-finisher mentality who is driven to open doors, influence decision-makers, and close deals
- Willingness to collaborate with UK-based colleagues and travel regularly within Europe
- Fluency in English; additional European languages are a distinct advantage
WHAT WE OFFER
Domainex offers an attractive base salary, a performance-based commission structure that rewards personal success in winning new business, a comprehensive benefits package and medical cover. This position is full-time, though we will consider applications from part-time candidates and independent consultants. (We will not consider applications via recruitment agencies or consultants). Join a profitable, fast-growing organisation with an unrivalled reputation for scientific excellence and help us bring our industry-leading drug discovery capabilities to more clients across Europe.
Business Development Associate Director - Europe (Biology-Led) employer: Domainex
Domainex is an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for biology-trained professionals passionate about translating science into impactful solutions. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based commissions, and a comprehensive benefits package, all while providing the flexibility of remote or hybrid work arrangements across Europe. Join us in our mission to advance drug discovery and be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and supports your professional development.
