Senior Business Development Manager

Arto Recruitment Ltd; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international CDMO is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to drive partnerships across the UK and Nordics. The role involves identifying and closing commercial opportunities, managing key client relationships, and negotiating complex agreements. Ideal candidates should have 3+ years in business development within the pharma sector and strong communication skills. This position is remote for applicants within the UK or Ireland.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in BD, sales, or PM within pharma/biotech.
• Strong understanding of drug development and manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and close development opportunities.
• Build and manage key client relationships across the product lifecycle.
• Negotiate complex development and supply agreements.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Education

Scientific or Business Degree

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager – Pharmaceutical CDMO (UK & Ireland)

Remote (must be within UK or Ireland) | Global CDMO | Travel up to 50%

I’m supporting a growing international CDMO in their search for a Senior Business Development Manager to drive development and commercial partnerships across the UK & Nordics.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong BD experience in pharma services who enjoys both winning new business and nurturing long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and close development & commercial opportunities
• Build and manage key client relationships across the full product lifecycle
• Negotiate complex development and supply agreements
• Present technical capabilities and tailor solutions to client needs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Operations, Sales, Technical, Legal)
• Support proposal development and commercial strategy

Qualifications

• 3+ years in BD, sales, or PM within pharma/biotech (CDMO experience ideal)
• Strong understanding of drug development and manufacturing
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
• Scientific or business degree (advanced degree helpful)
• Located in UK/Ireland or willing to relocate

If you’d like to learn more, feel free to reach out or apply directly - happy to share full details confidentially.