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Business Development Director – Europe (API CDMO Services)

Posted on: 23 Sep
clock Full time
location Europe (Remote)

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Director to lead our growth strategy in Europe. This role is ideal for a proven commercial leader with deep connections across pharma and biotech, who can position our API CDMO services as the partner of choice for clients developing innovative therapies.


Key Responsibilities

  • Build and expand relationships with European pharma and biotech companies seeking API development and manufacturing services.
  • Develop and execute a commercial strategy to grow market share across discovery, clinical, and commercial stages.
  • Work closely with technical and project management teams to deliver tailored solutions for client projects.
  • Lead contract negotiations and manage long-term client partnerships.
  • Represent the company at key industry events and conferences across Europe.
  • Provide market intelligence and competitor insights to shape strategic growth initiatives.


Qualifications & Experience

  • 10+ years of business development or commercial leadership within the CDMO/CMO or API manufacturing sector.
  • Strong technical understanding of small molecule APIs, advanced intermediates, and complex chemistries.
  • Established European network in pharma and biotech.
  • Proven track record of driving revenue growth and closing significant deals.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Fluency in English; additional European languages are a plus.


What We Offer

  • The chance to join a rapidly expanding global CDMO with strong investment and growth momentum.
  • Competitive compensation, including performance-based incentives.
  • A leadership role with direct impact on shaping European strategy.
  • A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture backed by robust technical and operational capabilities.


To enquire after more details for this position email Katherine High on khigh@44international.com or call on +44 20 3838 2494.
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