Head of Business Development

We're partnered with a well-established regulatory consulting and services firm as they are seeking a Head of Business Development to develop and execute the company's business development strategy. They support global drug and device development programs, employing around 60 scientific and regulatory experts delivering high-value, complex regulatory services to pharmaceutical companies and research institutions worldwide. This role offers close exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape future growth.

• Lead and execute the global business development strategy, focused on client acquisition
• Identify, acquire, and grow relationships with pharmaceutical companies and research institutions across the EU, US, and Asia.
• Develop new business opportunities for high-scientific regulatory services in close collaboration with internal experts.
• Represent the company at international conferences, industry events, and client meetings worldwide.
• Build and manage a small business development team, with responsibility to expand and hire permanent team members in the future.

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in business development for consulting services towards pharma or biotech, with strong understanding of regulatory processes.
• Scientific background with an advanced degree such as a PhD or MSc natural sciences; experience selling regulatory or scientific services is essential
• Proven track record in global client acquisition and business development within pharma, biotech, or research environments; consultancy background is a strong advantage
• Ideally you have built business development strategies from the ground up
• Fluent English required, German is a plus
• Based in or willing to relocate to Munich (hybrid working supported); international travel required.

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