Director of Business Development

Job Title: Business Development Director (Nordics)

Hartmann Young are partnering with a rapidly-growing pre-clinical Contract Research Organisation specialising in biological drug discovery services across the pharmaceutical and biotech space. Leading the charge in their European commercial expansion, they are seeking a BD Director responsible for the strategic territory of the Nordics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned Nordic territory.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at Biotech and Pharmaceutical companies through networking, cold outreach, and conferences.
• Meet or exceed yearly sales targets through proactive client engagement and lead generation.
• Develop in-depth understanding of the company’s scientific platforms and service offerings.
• Organise and lead meetings between client stakeholders and scientific leadership.

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific discipline (MSc / PhD preferred).
• 5+ years of business development or sales experience in biological drug discovery services.
• Proven track record of generating new business and secured revenue.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Willingness to travel throughout the assigned geographical territory.
• Plentiful experience with CRM systems.
• Existing Pharma / Biotech network within the Nordic region.