Our client is an established and specialist CRO, known for its innovative approach in IVD product development, contract research, and commercialisation services. With a collaborative, science-led culture and a strong leadership team, they’re entering an exciting growth phase—and you could be part of it.
🌟 The Role:
This is a strategic commercial role, ideal for someone with a proven track record in life sciences or diagnostics business development. You’ll drive new client engagement, build long-term partnerships, and help shape the commercial future of a business that’s making a real impact in healthcare innovation.
🔍 Key Responsibilities:
* Support the creation and delivery of the company’s BD strategy in partnership with leadership
* Identify and convert new business across diagnostics, pharma, and academia
* Engage clients directly—at conferences, events, and online
* Maintain and optimise CRM systems for lead and client tracking
* Prepare proposals, client presentations, and tailored commercial offers
* Collaborate on marketing content, thought leadership, and digital campaigns
* Coordinate with technical teams to support grant submissions and CRO program delivery
* Monitor client satisfaction and resolve issues swiftly to ensure retention
* Share market and client insights to inform strategic planning
✅ What We're Looking For:
Must-Haves:
* Business development experience in IVD, CRO, or pharma product development
* Strong client engagement and relationship-building skills
* Working knowledge of the IVD lifecycle and commercialisation
* CRM and digital tool proficiency
* Degree in biomedical sciences, biology, chemistry, or related field
Preferred:
* Contract negotiation experience
* Understanding of diagnostics R&D funding landscape
* Ability to work across marketing, commercial, and delivery functions
💼 The Ideal Candidate:
* A self-starter with commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset
* Comfortable working independently in a hybrid or field-based model
* Communicative, adaptable, and resilient under pressure
* Capable of building long-term relationships in a technical B2B environment
🧬 Why This CRO?
This mid-sized specialist CRO offers:
✅ A flexible hybrid work model
✅ Exposure to high-impact projects across Europe and the UK
✅ A collaborative and entrepreneurial team culture
✅ Opportunities for growth in a rapidly expanding business
📩 Interested?
Please apply below or reach out direct at chris.warman@meetlifesciences.com