Director of Business Development – Preclinical Contract Research Organization

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February 25

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Skills Coalition

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Recruitment • HR Tech

Skills Coalition is a global recruitment and staffing firm that simplifies borderless hiring by combining proactive talent sourcing, industry-focused recruitment, and end-to-end payroll solutions. The company connects employers with passive and active candidates across specialist sectors (e. g. , biotech, cyber security, AI, renewables, pharma, aerospace) while offering international payroll management and a data-driven, technology-enabled approach to recruitment. Skills Coalition serves both clients and applicants with tailored, consultative services to place permanent, contract, and temporary roles worldwide.

11 - 50 employees

🎯 Recruiter

👥 HR Tech

📋 Description

• Develop and execute strategic business development initiatives to expand the company’s European footprint. • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients, ensuring long-term collaboration and customer satisfaction. • Proactively manage the sales pipeline, closing deals to meet and exceed sales objectives. • Work closely with technical experts, senior leadership, and global BD teams to deliver customized solutions for clients. • Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities to inform business development strategies. • Represent the company at key conferences, networking events, and industry meetings to enhance brand visibility and foster business relationships. • Utilize CRM and data analytics tools to track progress, generate insights, and refine business development efforts.

🎯 Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific discipline (PhD preferred but not required). • A minimum of 5 years of experience in business development or sales within the life sciences industry, with CRO experience being highly desirable. • A proven track record of securing new business and achieving revenue targets. • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients. • Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on identifying and capitalizing on business opportunities. • Self-motivation, adaptability, and a results-oriented mindset. • The ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote work flexibility • Opportunities for career progression