Director, Corporate Strategy

About Climb

Climb Bio is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing therapeutics for patients with immune-mediated diseases. Our product candidates include budoprutug, an anti‑CD19 monoclonal antibody that presents us with an exciting opportunity given its broad potential applicability across a number of B‑cell mediated diseases, including primary membranous nephropathy, systemic lupus erythematosus, and immune thrombocytopenia; and CLYM
116, an anti‑APRIL monoclonal antibody in development for IgA nephropathy.

At Climb Bio, our team has a knack for seeing what no one else sees—and a drive to achieve results no one expects. We believe that our combined strength conquers any summit, and our core values—Build Trust, Decide & Commit, Accelerate Impact, and Mark the Moment—guide how we work, collaborate and innovate. They reflect our commitment to patients, each other, and the pursuit of transformative science.

We are looking for a Director, Corporate Strategy to join our growing team.

The Director, Corporate Strategy will play a pivotal role in the company, defining and executing on our corporate strategy, including driving high-priority new product planning, program strategy, and competitive intelligence efforts. This role will report to the Chief Business Officer and work closely with the Leadership Team and Program Teams.

• Strategic Planning:
  • Lead efforts to support the development and execution of the company's long-term strategic plans, including market analysis, competitive analysis and positioning, and assessment of growth opportunities.
  • Monitor industry trends and emerging programs and data to inform strategic decision making.
  • Support portfolio reviews and prioritization efforts. Deliver strategic insights through scenario planning and impact assessments.
  • Partner with development teams, supporting informed decisions on the portfolio.
• New Product Planning:
  • Serve on program team(s), integrating market insights into product development plans.
  • Lead strategic projects to inform program planning, including new market assessments and other life-cycle management efforts, and develop target product profiles and commercial forecasts, commissioning and leading secondary and primary market research efforts as needed.
  • Maintain an in-depth knowledge of designated markets and trends through synthesis of reports, market research, data manipulation and financial modeling and analysis.
  • Create and maintain a knowledge repository to maintain all insights and data information for internal stakeholders to access.
  • Develop externally facing communications regarding clinical development plans, market opportunities and positioning.
• Business Development:
  • Support evaluation of potential in‑licensing and out‑licensing opportunities through scientific, market and landscape analysis and business case development; including the creation of pitch decks and opportunity overviews.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  • Work closely with other departments, such as R&D and finance, to ensure alignment and successful implementation of strategic initiatives.
  • Support departmental budget and LRP process.
  • Prepare and present strategic recommendations to the executive team and board of directors.

• Education:
  
  Advanced degree in business, life sciences, or a related field (MBA or PhD preferred).
• Experience:
  
  8+ years of experience in corporate development, portfolio strategy, new product planning or strategy consulting within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, excellent communication and presentation abilities. Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Industry Knowledge:
  Deep understanding of the biotech industry, including market dynamics, regulatory environment, and competitive landscape; previous experience in Immunology & Inflammation a plus.
• Leadership &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to influence and drive strategic initiatives. Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to lead and work successfully in cross‑functional teams.
• Drive &…