Associate Director BD and Strategic Finance

General Summary

The Associate Director Business Development and Strategic Finance is a key member of Vertex’s Financial Planning & Analysis organization. The role partners closely with members of the executive team to provide financial direction and strategic insights to support potential M&A, licensing, collaborations and investments, helping to drive Vertex external innovation efforts.

• Partner with Business Development and finance team members to lead complex analysis for a wide range of potential transactions to execute Vertex strategy.
• Bring insights, challenge, alternatives and solutions, not just information to each individual project.
• Lead financial evaluations and serve as main point of contact for BD Transactions, External Innovation and Alliance Management teams.
• Build financial valuation models supporting potential M&A, licensing, collaboration and investment transactions.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis, build P&L and cash flows for target companies/assets.
• Drive analysis of business inputs and test underlying assumptions of the business case.
• Conduct industry research, public information and competitive landscaping on potential targets; build an outside‑in valuation that informs strategic collaborations.
• Coordinate with COFO organization: accounting, FP&A, Tax, HR and treasury to ensure analysis incorporates aligned views from the organization and clearly articulates potential impact of each analysis.
• Connect the dots and create analysis that clearly articulates the impact of decisions on Vertex at large, not just individual silos.

• Financial modeling and data analysis experience; excellent MS Excel skills.
• Ability to conduct research and summarize key findings clearly and professionally in an executive setting.
• Deep understanding of valuation methodologies for complex analysis on potential transactions.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and able to act without having the complete picture or perfect information.
• Expertise with PowerPoint; knowledge of Hyperion.
• Excellent analytical and critical‑thinking skills; employs a critical eye to challenge inputs and assumptions.
• Strong business acumen and judgment, and knowledge of the company’s markets/products and industry trends.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and an eagerness to collaborate with colleagues (within or outside finance) to ensure timely execution of project plans.
• Possesses a continuous improvement mindset, with flexibility and ability to adapt to change.

• 8+ years of relevant experience in banking, consulting and/or corporate financial BD, preferably in pharma and biotech organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required.
• MBA preferred.

USD $156,000 – $234,000. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary will be based on skills, experience and other factors permitted by law. Vertex offers market‑leading benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, educational assistance, commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and more.

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non‑discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States.

Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at A