Job Description
Business Development Director – UK & Europe
Location:
Bullmatt Business Centre, Rushden, UK (with European travel as required)
GXP Storage is a service-based organization that partners with clinical and pre-clinical researchers to consolidate research samples once studies have been performed, ensuring long-term viability and compliance with regulatory standards. Importantly, GXP Storage does not compete for clinical trial activity. Instead, we serve as a post-study strategic partner, supporting CROs, research institutes, and clinical organizations by safeguarding their essential materials and ensuring they are accessible for regulatory audits, further investigations, or extended scientific inquiries.
In this environment, GXP Storage Business Development leaders bridge the gap between complex technical requirements and strategic project needs, helping clients integrate specialized storage solutions seamlessly into their workflows.
This position is based in the UK and is responsible for both the UK and European markets. It requires close collaboration with the U.S.-based Business Development team to align on global commercial strategy and shared growth objectives.
Role Overview
The Business Development Director will focus on originating new business, managing strategic accounts, and expanding GXP Storage's presence in regulated life sciences across the UK and Europe. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in GLP pre-clinical and/or GCP clinical environments, CRM-driven sales management, and the ability to convert marketing-qualified leads into sales-qualified opportunities that drive measurable organic growth.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in life sciences or business preferred.
* 7-12 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management within the life sciences sector.
* Demonstrated success in managing strategic accounts and driving new business through CRM systems and marketing pipelines.
* Experience delivering results against organic growth goals.
* Strong project and multi-account management skills with a compliance-driven mindset.
* Familiarity with sales pipeline tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zymewyre, Apollo).
* Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe as needed.