BD Director - Innovative Biotech

Beijing Permanent RMB1,000,000 - RMB1,500,000 per year View Job Description
Shape and execute global business development strategy, converting innovative science into strategic partnerships and long-term value creation.
  • Direct exposure to executive decision-makers and corporate strategy
  • Dynamic and entrepreneurial environment with strong growth momentum

About Our Client

Our client, a fast-growing innovative biotech company, is seeking a highly motivated and commercially driven Associate Director / Director of Business Development to play a key role in advancing its global partnering strategy and maximizing portfolio value.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on strategic transactions, global partnerships, and asset commercialization initiatives across a differentiated pipeline.

Job Description

  • Develop and execute business development strategies aligned with the lifecycle management of the company's pipeline assets.
  • Identify, evaluate, and engage potential strategic partners globally, driving collaboration discussions from initiation through deal execution.
  • Lead and support business development transactions, including opportunity assessment, partner outreach, negotiations, due diligence, term sheet development, contract drafting, and deal closure.
  • Perform commercial assessments and asset valuations to support licensing, partnership, and investment decisions.
  • Analyze competitive landscapes, market opportunities, and strategic positioning to inform business decisions.
  • Assess and manage transaction-related risks while protecting the company's strategic and financial interests.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, clinical development, legal, finance, and executive management.
  • Represent the company at industry conferences, partnering events, and investor-facing activities to strengthen market visibility and identify new opportunities.



The Successful Applicant

  • Significant experience in Business Development within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or innovative drug development sector.
  • Strong network and industry relationships across biotech, pharmaceutical, and investment communities.
  • Deep understanding of licensing transactions, strategic collaborations, co-development partnerships, and asset commercialization.
  • Proven experience in asset valuation and commercial assessment of innovative therapeutics.
  • Strong knowledge of drug development, lifecycle management, competitive intelligence, due diligence, negotiation, and contract management.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex cross-functional projects and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-management skills.
  • Fluent English required, with the ability to independently conduct international business discussions and negotiations.



What's on Offer

✅ Opportunity to shape the commercial future of innovative pipeline assets

✅ Broad interaction with international pharmaceutical and biotech partners

✅ Dynamic and entrepreneurial environment with strong growth momentum

Contact
Helen He
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7130683
Phone number
+86 10 6168 7548

Job summary

Function
Executive Search
Specialisation
Healthcare & Life Sciences
What is your area of specialisation?
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Beijing
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Helen He
Consultant phone
+86 10 6168 7548
Job Reference
JN-102026-7130683

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.