Business Development Executive

We are seeking an enthusiastic, resourceful and proactive Business Development Executive to join our growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate, postgraduate or early-career professional looking to transition into a commercial role within the pharmaceutical industry.
No previous business development experience is required. We provide comprehensive training, mentorship from experienced commercial leaders and exposure to cutting-edge pharmaceutical technologies and global client relationships.
This role offers an ideal foundation for someone looking to build a long-term career in pharmaceutical business development, strategic partnerships and commercial leadership.
The Opportunity As a Business Development Executive, you will support the identification and development of new client relationships across the pharmaceutical, biotech and investment communities. You will work closely with senior colleagues to understand market opportunities, communicate technical solutions and contribute to the company's continued growth.

You will gain exposure to:

Pharmaceutical business development and strategic partnerships
Client relationship management
Commercial research and market mapping
Marketing and communications activities
International conferences and industry events
Pharmaceutical product development and innovation
Investment and corporate growth initiatives Key Responsibilities
Support the Business Development team in identifying and developing new client relationships.
Research and engage prospective pharmaceutical, biotech and investment partners.
Understand client development challenges and help align suitable technical solutions.
Support outreach activities and new business initiatives.
Assist with marketing campaigns, communications and content creation.
Prepare for international conferences, meetings and industry events.
Conduct commercial research, competitor analysis and market mapping.
Collaborate with colleagues across the UK and wider organisation.
Learn and communicate complex pharmaceutical technologies in a clear, professional and commercially relevant manner. About You We are looking for an ambitious and motivated individual who is eager to develop a career on the commercial side of life sciences.
You will ideally have:

A degree in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology or a related scientific discipline.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A genuine interest in human health, medicines and pharmaceutical innovation.
The ability to quickly learn technical concepts and translate them into commercial value.
Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to your work.
Natural relationship-building ability and a professional, personable manner.
Energy, curiosity and a positive, can-do attitude.
Flexibility to support wider commercial, marketing and operational activities.
Evidence of achievement through academic, professional or extracurricular activities