At AugustX, we advise technology leadership teams on successions, transitions and acquisitions.
Our healthtech & lifesciences technology practice is retained for one of the fastest growing Digital transformation firms in Healthcare across the UK&I.
To capitalise on this growth, they are seeking a Business Development Director across Life Sciences, Biopharma and Public Health Research. This is a high-impact role owning strategy, client development and multi-7-figure sales performance.
What You'll Do
* Lead the sales strategy for Life Sciences, grow existing Public Health Research accounts and break into Biopharma.
* Win new business through proactive outreach and tailored value propositions.
* Build trusted relationships with C-level stakeholders.
* Lead end to end RFPs, bids and commercial negotiations.
* Maintain a strong, accurate pipeline and consistently deliver against targets.
* Represent the organisation at industry events and position us as a sector leader.
* Mentor colleagues and support the development of sales excellence.
What You'll Bring
* Knowledge of Public Health Research and Life Sciences challenges.
* Strong network with Director and C-suite stakeholders.
* Proven success selling digital services (UCD, Agile, Cloud, Data/AI) into clinical research.
* Experience leading multi-million pound campaigns.
* Strong commercial acumen with ability to build and negotiate complex deals.
* Track record delivering £5m–£10m per year in digital transformation/services sales.
* Broad understanding of digital transformation, data and AI trends.
Valuable Additional Experience
* Experience with public sector procurement.
* Exposure to Genomics England, NIHR, UK Biobank or Our Future Health.
* Understanding of Secure Data Environments (SDEs).
* Experience applying AI in Life Sciences or Public Health Research.
* Knowledge of the clinical research lifecycle and digital innovation opportunities.