Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom · 10 hours ago
Director of Business Development
Seal Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$177K/yr - $250K/yr
7+ years expKelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom is seeking a Sr. Director/Director, Business Development & Corporate Strategy for a direct-hire position at a cutting-edge client in Seal Beach, CA. The role is vital for driving strategic partnerships, leading deal execution, and supporting the expansion of CDMO business while sourcing innovative therapeutic assets.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Riley Pentheny
Responsibilities
Serve as a key corporate strategist to identify, evaluate, and lead strategic transactions and investments aligned with Client’s business strategy, focusing on high-impact opportunities for external innovation and investment
Lead the search, evaluation, and acquisition of innovative clinical- to commercial-stage therapeutic assets, with an emphasis on immunotherapy, urology, oncology, and other advanced modalities (e.g., ADCs, biologics, cell therapies)
Structure, negotiate, and execute term sheets and definitive agreements for BD and CDMO transactions
Develop and execute a business development plan to position the Client as a preferred CDMO partner, engaging with prospective partners and representing the Client at relevant conferences and in client-facing discussions
Partner cross-functionally (with Clinical, Technical Operations, Regulatory, Legal, R&D) to evaluate international assets and collaborations, support CDMO business development, and engage with financial and investment partners
Prepare and present executive summaries, board materials, and strategic recommendations based on external opportunity assessments
Coach and mentor a direct report (BD associate) who supports scheduling and admin duties
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree required: MBA, PhD, MD, or equivalent scientific or financial training required
7+ years or 10+ years of progressive business development experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industry
Demonstrated track record in leading BD, M&A, licensing, or investment transactions from sourcing through execution
Strong understanding of complex therapeutic modalities, such as ADCs, biologics, and cell therapies
Deep financial acumen (valuation modeling, risk/return analysis, and deal structuring)
Executive presence and excellent cross-functional communication and leadership skills
Proven ability to build trust internally and externally; able to influence stakeholders across Clinical, Technical Ops, Regulatory, and Legal
Deal Sheet Required
Willingness to travel up to 50% (domestic and international)
Preferred
Board-level exposure or experience presenting to board/investment committees
Experience supporting or leading CDMO strategy/partnerships, especially experience from China
Strong network within the VC/PE community; experience with early- to mid-stage biotech
Benefits
Bonus
Company
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom specializes in science, engineering, technology, and telecom.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Linda Stuit
Senior Vice President, Engineering Specialty
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