Company Overview
Sciom Limited, is a fast-growing UK-based life sciences services company providing integrated solutions across Pharmacovigilance (PV), CDMO support, Regulatory Affairs (RA), Audit Management and Validation services. Headquartered in the UK, we deliver tailored, client-focused services to the pharmaceutical and biosciences sectors, emphasizing compliance, innovation, and operational excellence.
We support pharmaceutical, biotech and healthcare companies with compliant, scalable, and client-focused solutions across the product lifecycle. As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to accelerate revenue growth, expand strategic partnerships, and position Sciom as a trusted global partner in PV and pharmaceutical support services.
Role Title
Manager-Business Development:
Location: UK (Welwyn Garden city)
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Director
Travel : As required for client meetings and industry events
Role Summary
Sciom Limited is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Business Development Manager to drive commercial growth across our pharmacovigilance, CDMO, regulatory affairs, audit management & validation services.
The successful candidate will have significant experience in selling outsourced pharmaceutical services, ideally within pharmacovigilance, CRO/CDMO, regulatory consulting, or drug safety technology environments. The role requires a strategic commercial leader with strong industry networks, proven revenue generation capability, and the ability to build long-term partnerships with pharmaceutical and biotech clients globally.
This is a high-impact leadership role suited for an entrepreneurial professional who thrives in a scale-up environment and can independently build pipelines, close strategic deals, and contribute to Sciom’s long-term growth strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute business development strategies to drive revenue growth across all services provided by SCIOM.
* Should have active network in the industry to establish relationships and identify potential opportunities.
* Build and manage a strong sales pipeline through prospecting, lead generation, networking, and strategic partnerships.
* Research and analyze market opportunities, identify potential customers, develop business proposals, and negotiate business deals.
* Identify, qualify, and convert new business opportunities across pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, CRO, and healthcare sectors globally.
* Lead end-to-end deal lifecycle including opportunity assessment, proposal development, pricing, negotiation, and contract closure.
* Achieve and exceed annual revenue, sales, and portfolio growth targets aligned with business objectives.
* Establish and manage strategic partnerships with pharma companies, CROs, CDMOs, technology providers, distributors, and consulting organizations.
* Drive market expansion across UK, EU, US, Canada and emerging regions through targeted commercial initiatives.
* Build and maintain senior-level client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to stakeholders such as Directors, QPs/QPPVs, and Regulatory Heads.
* Conduct market intelligence, competitor analysis, and monitor regulatory and industry trends to support strategic decision-making.
* Attend the client site meetings and business conferences and ensure that all the required information is received from the client for timely execution of business agreement.
* Prepare commercial dashboards, pipeline forecasts, MIS reports, and portfolio trackers for leadership review.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams (PV, RA, QA, operations, technical) to deliver compliant, commercially viable solutions and client proposals.
* Contribute to strategic planning, pricing strategy, KPI development, and executive-level discussions on business growth and expansion.
Qualifications and Experience
* Minimum 10-12+ years of experience in Business Development, Corporate Development, or Strategic Partnerships. Leadership within Pharmacovigilance, CRO/CDMO services, Regulatory Affairs, Audit & Compliance consulting and Validation services.
Required Skills & Competencies
* Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
* Team Management
* Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
* Proven ability to independently drive sales and business expansion.
* Exceptional presentation and communication skills at executive level.
* Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to operate effectively in a fast-growing organization.
* High level of professionalism, accountability, and client focus.
* Ability to travel internationally as required.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Annual revenue growth targets achieved/exceeded.
* Number and value of new client contracts secured.
* Strategic partnerships established.
* Client retention and account expansion metrics.
* Pipeline growth and conversion rates.
* Contribution to company market positioning and brand visibility.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to shape the commercial growth of a rapidly expanding life sciences company.
* Direct engagement with Board of Directors and CEO.
* Competitive salary with performance-based incentives and bonus structure.
* Opportunity to work across diverse global pharmaceutical projects and partnerships.
To Apply : Submit your CV and a cover letter highlighting your specific PV commercial leadership experience to hello@sciom.uk with subject line "Manager – Business Development.