Business Development Director – Cell & Gene Therapy (europe)

Catalent

Fully remote
Cell and gene therapy experience
European life sciences business development
Cdmo new business acquisition
Catalent is seeking a Business Development Director for Cell & Gene Therapy in Europe, focused on driving new business growth within the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. This role requires extensive experience in life sciences business development, particularly with a strong emphasis on CDMO opportunities

Job Summary

  • This role is accountable for driving new business growth across Europe for Catalent's Cell & Gene Therapy development and commercial manufacturing services.
  • The successful candidate will proactively identify, pursue, and close new customer opportunities while building senior-level relationships within European biotech and pharma organizations.
  • Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career as a global drug development leader producing over 70 billion doses per year.

Matching Summary

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Catalent is seeking a Business Development Director for Cell & Gene Therapy in Europe, focused on driving new business growth within the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. This role requires extensive experience in life sciences business development, particularly with a strong emphasis on CDMO opportunities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cell and Gene Therapy experience
  • European life sciences business development
  • CDMO new business acquisition
  • Senior-level relationship building
  • Contract negotiation and MSA execution

Nice-to-have

  • Existing network across European biotech
  • Resilient and highly self-motivated
  • Ability to articulate complex technical value
  • Experience in fast-paced matrixed environment

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Life Sciences (BSc, MSc, or PhD)
  • 5–10 years' success in European life sciences business development
  • Proven track record of winning new business
  • Willing to travel extensively across Europe (up to 50%)

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