Job DescriptionJob Title: Business Development Director - Global CRO Services Location: Nordics - Remote Industry: Life Sciences / Clinical Research Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Company: Our client is a global, full-service Contract Research Organization (CRO) committed to professional growth, work-life balance, and a collaborative one-team culture. With a strong emphasis on quality and innovation, they provide a dynamic environment where passionate professionals thrive while contributing to advancements in human health. About the Role: As the Business Development Director, you will play a strategic role in driving new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and expanding market presence. This role is ideal for a high-performing professional with proven experience in selling global, full-service CRO solutions. Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, assess, and pursue new business opportunities to support growth targets.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with key decision-makers at prospective and existing client organizations.
- Understand client business challenges and use insights to create tailored, actionable account plans.
- Support the evolution of the business development strategy, including client segmentation, sales process optimization, and pipeline management.
- Consistently meet or exceed revenue targets in alignment with company growth objectives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure client satisfaction and service delivery excellence.
Requirements:
- Minimum 6 years of sales and account management experience, specifically in the life sciences sector.
- Proven experience selling global, full-service CRO offerings.
- A strong network of industry contacts, including decision-makers within sponsor organizations.
- Exceptional ability to engage with and present to senior executives and C-level stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation skills with a history of closing complex deals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation abilities.
- Skilled at identifying client needs and proposing strategic, timely solutions.
- Proven track record of managing multiple sales cycles and meeting deadlines under pressure.
- Positive professional references from clients and previous employers.
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent experience is highly desirable.
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