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Associate Director / Director, Business Development Small Molecule
Aura BioSearch · United Kingdom · back to the listing
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commercial sales representative — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Commercial sales representatives represent a company in selling and providing information on goods and services to businesses and organisations.
Also known as: field sales representative, technical and commercial sales executive, field sales executive, sales and marketing consultant, business development representative, technical and commercial sales representative
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Associate Director / Director, Business Development Small Molecule
Location: UK (Remote) | Travel: ~50%
Sector: CDMO | Function: Small Molecule BD
We are seeking a Business Development leader to join a global CDMO with deep expertise in small molecule development and manufacturing. This role offers autonomy, impact, and access to world-class R&D and GMP facilities.
What you'll do:
• Drive sales and strategic partnerships in the small molecule space
• Engage with biotech and pharma clients across discovery to commercial stage
• Collaborate internally to shape proposals and technical discussions
• Represent the company at events and client meetings
Requirements:
• 5+ years1 of BD experience in small molecule CDMO/CRO services
• Strong network within the biotech and pharma ecosystem
• Scientific background; ability to bridge technical and commercial discussions
• Goal-driven with strong organisational and interpersonal skills
Why consider this:
• Global scale + niche technical capabilities
• Flexible remote model and competitive package
• Entrepreneurial team and growth-oriented environment
Originally posted on Himalayas
Location: UK (Remote) | Travel: ~50%
Sector: CDMO | Function: Small Molecule BD
We are seeking a Business Development leader to join a global CDMO with deep expertise in small molecule development and manufacturing. This role offers autonomy, impact, and access to world-class R&D and GMP facilities.
What you'll do:
• Drive sales and strategic partnerships in the small molecule space
• Engage with biotech and pharma clients across discovery to commercial stage
• Collaborate internally to shape proposals and technical discussions
• Represent the company at events and client meetings
Requirements:
• 5+ years1 of BD experience in small molecule CDMO/CRO services
• Strong network within the biotech and pharma ecosystem
• Scientific background; ability to bridge technical and commercial discussions
• Goal-driven with strong organisational and interpersonal skills
Why consider this:
• Global scale + niche technical capabilities
• Flexible remote model and competitive package
• Entrepreneurial team and growth-oriented environment
Originally posted on Himalayas