Senior Director, Early Partnerships & Transactions Lead

CSL Ltd

King of Prussia, PA, US
Hybrid (onsite three days a week)
15+ years in biopharma business development
10+ years in senior leadership positions
Proven track record of closing complex deals
CSL Ltd is seeking a Senior Director for Early Partnerships & Transactions Lead in a hybrid role based in King of Prussia, PA, or Waltham, MA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in biopharma business development and a strong network within the industry, focusing on innovative deal-making and partnership strategies

Job Summary

  • This role leads deal-making for early-stage external innovation opportunities including MTAs and creative partnership structures.
  • The position requires a strong background in structuring complex deals and maintaining relationships with academia, biotech, and investors.
  • CSL is an agile team committed to developing therapies that make a meaningful difference worldwide with a focus on inclusion and belonging.

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CSL Ltd is seeking a Senior Director for Early Partnerships & Transactions Lead in a hybrid role based in King of Prussia, PA, or Waltham, MA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in biopharma business development and a strong network within the industry, focusing on innovative deal-making and partnership strategies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years in biopharma business development
  • 10+ years in senior leadership positions
  • Proven track record of closing complex deals
  • Strong network in pharma BD and investment communities
  • Experience with MTAs and research collaborations

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced degree such as MBA or PhD
  • Exceptional negotiation and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to shape strategies for competitive advantage
  • Experience designing new partnership funding models
  • Strategic thinking in dynamic biotech ecosystems

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years experience in biopharma BD or alliance management
  • 10+ years in senior leadership roles
  • Advanced degree preferred (MBA, PhD, or equivalent)

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