China Search & Evaluation Head

Sanofi UK

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Lead china search and evaluation team
Manage strategic alliances with chinese companies
Conduct technical assessment of assets
Sanofi UK is seeking a Head for its China Search & Evaluation team within the China Strategy & Business Development department. The role involves leading the search, evaluation, and strategic alliances related to various therapeutic areas while fostering strong relationships with external partners in the Chinese biotech ecosystem

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the China Strategy & Business Development team to execute external growth initiatives supporting both China-for-China and China-for-Global objectives.
  • The individual will be responsible for developing the overall China S&E strategy, including landscaping, competitive intelligence, and managing the portfolio across multiple therapeutic areas.
  • Candidates must demonstrate extensive scientific experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry with a proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams through complex due diligence processes.

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Sanofi UK is seeking a Head for its China Search & Evaluation team within the China Strategy & Business Development department. The role involves leading the search, evaluation, and strategic alliances related to various therapeutic areas while fostering strong relationships with external partners in the Chinese biotech ecosystem.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead China search and evaluation team
  • Manage strategic alliances with Chinese companies
  • Conduct technical assessment of assets
  • Drive due diligence for deal signing
  • Align with global R&D and commercial functions

Nice-to-have

  • Strong publication record in therapeutic areas
  • Experience in academic technology transfer
  • Ability to influence without authority
  • Comfortable resolving ambiguity under pressure
  • Track record of high performance

Key Requirements

  • PhD and/or MD degree in relevant therapeutic areas
  • > 12 years experience in biotech/pharma industry
  • Demonstrated clinical development expertise
  • Extensive network in China biotech ecosystem
  • Solid fluency in English verbal and written

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