At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and enhance our Business Development function with strategic oversight and coaching.
- Company: Join PHARMExcel, an award-winning UK Contract Research Organisation making waves in clinical research.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to shape the future of healthcare.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by developing high-performing teams and driving business growth.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in leading Business Development within CRO or life sciences.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Careers » Fractional Head of Business Development
PHARMExcel is an award-winning, ISO 9001:2015 certified UK Contract Research Organisation (CRO) supporting biotechnology, medtech, academic and NHS organisations in the successful delivery of clinical research.
As we continue our next phase of growth, we are seeking an experienced
Fractional Head of Business Development to provide strategic leadership and oversight of our Business Development function.
About the Role
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced commercial leader who enjoys developing people, improving business development performance and embedding best practice.
Rather than leading day-to-day sales activity, you will focus on strengthening the capability, governance and effectiveness of our Business Development function, working closely with our CEO, Director of Marketing and Director of Clinical Operations.
Key responsibilities
- Providing strategic oversight of the Business Development function.
- Coaching and developing our Business Development Team
- Improving business development processes, governance and commercial best practice.
- Strengthening sales pipeline management, forecasting and CRM discipline.
- Enhancing proposal quality, conversion and customer experience.
- Supporting the continued growth and maturity of the Business Development function.
About you
We’re looking for an experienced and collaborative leader who is passionate about developing people, building high-performing teams and helping organisations grow.
- You will bring
- Significant experience leading and developing Business Development functions within a CRO, biotechnology or wider life sciences organisation.
- A proven track record of coaching and developing high-performing commercial teams that consistently deliver results.
- Expertise in business development strategy, proposal development, pipeline management and commercial governance.
- Experience implementing scalable business development processes, sales methodologies and CRM best practice.
- Strong leadership, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and inspire at all levels.
- A collaborative approach and the confidence to provide constructive challenge within a growing, founder-led organisation.
- Commercial curiosity, strategic thinking and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Energy, authenticity, a positive outlook, a sense of humour and a genuine passion for helping others succeed.
If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you’ve been looking for, and you believe you have the experience, leadership and energy to help shape the next stage of PHARMExcel’s growth, we’d love to hear from you.
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Fractional Head of Business Development employer: PHARMExcel Ltd
PHARMExcel is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to career growth, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while being part of a team that values integrity, quality, and teamwork. Located in the UK, PHARMExcel fosters an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to the success of the organisation.
