Vice President of Business Development

For a globally expanding pharmaceutical company headquartered in Asia, currently strengthening its European presence, we are looking for a senior VP of Business Development (Europe) to be based in Switzerland.

This is a high‑impact leadership role with full ownership of European business development and out‑licensing activities, working closely with global R&D, clinical, regulatory, and executive teams.

VP of Business Development (Europe) – Switzerland

Your Responsibilities

• Lead European business development and out‑licensing initiatives across biologics and therapeutic programs.
• Identify, evaluate, and engage strategic pharmaceutical and biotech partners across Europe and globally.
• Drive market analysis, competitive intelligence, and asset positioning to maximize value creation.
• Structure and negotiate licensing agreements, including valuation, milestones, royalties, and overall financial frameworks.
• Develop and present investment‑grade business cases and partnership proposals to senior leadership.
• Lead term sheet development, due diligence, and cross‑functional deal execution.
• Manage post‑deal partner relationships, ensuring performance tracking and contractual compliance.
• Act as a key interface between BD, R&D, clinical, regulatory, and executive leadership to optimize asset value.

Your Profile

• Advanced scientific degree (PhD or Master’s) in biology, pharmacology, chemistry, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, preferably in Business Development, Licensing, or Portfolio Strategy.
• Proven track record of executing global out‑licensing deals in biotech or pharmaceutical environments.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including asset valuation, modeling, and deal structuring.
• Deep understanding of drug development, regulatory pathways, and commercialization strategies.
• Executive‑level negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions in a fast‑paced, international setting.
• Fluent English and Chinese (written and spoken) are required

Why This Role

• Executive responsibility for shaping a company’s European partnering and deal strategy
• Direct reporting line to the Swiss Company CEO
• Opportunity to build long‑term European deal credibility for a globally ambitious organization