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Business Development Director

£30.7 - £35.7 per hourEstimated
Full-time
Remote based position in the UK.

Evotec is a global leader in drug discovery and development solutions.

We are seeking a highly experienced Business Development Director to drive growth of our fee-for-service business , close complex deals, and help to mentor a team of junior BD professionals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Strategic Revenue Growth: Own the business development strategy for the territory, targeting high-value clients and focusing on the sales of fee for servicesolutions but also closing complex, multi-service deals.Manage a number of the more significant accounts in the territory and identify opportunities for future growth.
  • Brand Leadership: Elevate Evotec’s brand recognition and position the company as a preferred provider for discovery and development services.
  • Field Engagement: Spend 40–50% of your time with clients , leading presentations, negotiations, and establishing yourself as the primary point of contact for Evotec in the territory.
  • Mentorship: Guide, mentor, and support junior BD team members, fostering skill development and a collaborative approach to sales.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Operations and Marketing to ensure seamless project delivery, expand service offerings, and maximize client satisfaction.
  • Sales Planning & Execution: Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies, track performance metrics, and provide insights to senior leadership.
What We’re Looking For
  • 5+ years of experience in business development or sales within the contract research (highly preferred) / life sciences sector, with a proven record of closing complex high-value deals and nurturing high potential accounts
  • Strong understanding of drug discovery pathways and client requirements.
  • Proven ability to identify opportunities, assess value, and develop tailored sales strategies.
  • Superior communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, develop persuasive proposals, and support strategic decision-making.
  • Entrepreneurial, strategic thinker, capable of operating in a consultative and highly competitive sales environment.
  • Knowledge of the Nordic Territory is essential
Why Join Us?
  • Lead the growth of fee-for-service business in a high-impact territory.
  • Manage important client relationships and close complex deals that drive long-term revenue.
  • Have the opportunity to mentor junior team members and develop people management skills.
  • Work at the forefront of drug discovery and development innovation.
Travel: ~40–50% with clients in the field

FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.
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