Senior Business Development Manager – CRO – UK Contract Research Organisation (CRO)

Greenlsr; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading CRO in the UK is seeking a proactive Senior Business Development Manager with extensive experience in the CRO sector. This role involves driving new business growth, engaging with pharmaceutical and biotech clients, and leading contract negotiations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in business development within a CRO environment, coupled with strong relationship-building skills. A competitive and flexible salary package will be tailored to your experience, along with opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive and flexible salary package

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to high-impact clinical trial projects

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct business development experience in a CRO environment.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical research and sponsor requirements.
• Proven track record in managing long sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business by identifying and closing opportunities.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders in pharma and biotech.
• Lead contract negotiations and meet sales targets.

Skills

Business Development

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Market Insights

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or related discipline

Job description

Senior Business Development Manager – United Kingdom

About The Job

Senior Business Development Manager – Contract Research Organisation (CRO)

Location: UK

Salary: Competitive & Negotiable – based on experience

About The Opportunity:

We’re partnering with a top-tier CRO known for delivering exceptional clinical trial services across pharma and biotech. They’re looking for a Senior Business Development Manager with proven CRO experience to join their growing commercial team.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive new business growth by identifying, engaging, and closing opportunities within pharmaceutical and biotech clients.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors and strategic partners.
• Lead contract negotiations and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver on client expectations.
• Provide insights on market trends and competitor activity to shape business strategy.
• Consistently meet or exceed sales targets and contribute to company revenue goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years of direct business development experience within a CRO environment.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical research and sponsor requirements.
• Demonstrated success in managing long sales cycles and closing complex deals.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or related discipline (advanced degrees advantageous).
• Existing network within pharma/biotech is a strong plus.

Why Consider This Role:

• Competitive and flexible salary package tailored to your experience.
• Work with a respected CRO delivering innovative clinical solutions.
• Supportive culture with clear career progression opportunities.
• Exposure to exciting, high-impact clinical trial projects.

If you’re a proactive, relationship-driven Senior BDM with hands-on CRO experience looking to take your career to the next level, I’d love to hear from you!

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