Director, Transactions

AstraZeneca

Base: $172,624 - $258,936; bonus/equity: short-ter...
3+ years in life sciences industry
Successful transaction leadership experience
Strong negotiation skills for term sheets
This role leads assigned transactions to strengthen AstraZeneca's capabilities through external innovation within the BioPharmaceuticals R&D division

Job Summary

  • This role leads assigned transactions to strengthen AstraZeneca's capabilities through external innovation within the BioPharmaceuticals R&D division.
  • The position requires managing deal negotiations, closing contracts, and leading cross-functional teams including R&D, legal, IP, and finance.
  • Benefits include a qualified retirement program, paid vacation, health coverage, and eligibility for short-term incentive bonuses and equity-based long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

This role leads assigned transactions to strengthen AstraZeneca's capabilities through external innovation within the BioPharmaceuticals R&D division.

Salary

Base: $172,624 - $258,936; Bonus/Equity: Short-term incentive bonus and equity-based long-term incentive program available; Benefits: Qualified retirement program, paid vacation, holidays, leaves, medical, dental, vision coverage.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 3+ years in life sciences industry
  • Successful transaction leadership experience
  • Strong negotiation skills for term sheets
  • Experience with R&D and legal collaboration
  • Knowledge of BioPharma disease areas

Nice-to-have

  • Deep external network with biotech partners
  • Ability to work under significant pressure
  • Courageous decision-making capabilities
  • Experience representing company at external events

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • 3+ years in life sciences industry
  • Proven track record in deal closure
  • Experience in business development or licensing roles

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