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Location: East Coast

The Director of Business Development will play a key role in Business Development & Licensing to identify, structure, negotiate and execute licenses and strategic alliances. In this highly visible position, there will also be the potential to identify product in-licensing opportunities that support strategic objectives. The Director of Business Development will be an interesting and dynamic position with anticipated deal flow that will span a variety of asset classes and structures providing rich deal experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with and coordinate broad cross-functional teams in the preparation of presentations to potential partners, preparation of due diligence room as well as managing this team in the various interactions with potential partners throughout the deal process.
• Manage the development of the business case and financial model with other internal functions, as well as project manage the overall assessment of the transaction.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to Executive Management integrating and summarizing scientific, clinical, financial, and market information.
• Structure and negotiate terms of licensing agreements with potential business partners (in conjunction or with senior members of the team).
• Negotiate licensing agreements in collaboration with the legal department

Minimum Requirements
• 5+ years of business development experience
• Deal sheet demonstrating depth of knowledge and exposure to industry.
• Possess the ability to forge relationships internally, as well as externally.
• Able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to persuade and motivate others.
• Ability to synthesize and summarize a complex set of facts and set opportunities within the broader strategic context.
• Adept at handling multiple projects and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management, presentation and communications skills.
• Able to build and maintain contacts with potential partner companies