Senior Business Development Director

About the Role
Accelagen is an Australian based Contract Research Organisation expanding our US business development team across the East Coast and West Coast of the US.
The Associate/Senior Business Development Director will be responsible to contribute to a high performing team environment defined by a culture of commitment, collaboration, learning and dedication to excellence. As Associate/Senior Business Development Director you will have consistent achievement of net new business target for assigned territory / accounts on an annual basis.
Key Responsibilities
Demonstrate ability to ascertain and understand client objectives / goals through careful and thorough discovery work.
Effectively manage internal teams to ensure deliverables are met and proposed strategy aligns with clients' needs / objectives.
Demonstrate ability to own all aspects of sales process from initial engagement through contract signatures.
Analyses industry activity and develops an annual business plan for specific market segments and assigned accounts.
Demonstrate ability to manage key accounts, generating new and repeat business with expanding services
Participates with management in the development and implementation of the sales plan which includes forecasting territory sales and activity objectives.
Achieve assigned sales target goals through vales drive growth strategies
Reviews annual business plan on a quarterly basis to determine where adjustments may be required.
Qualifications & Experience
BA/BS degree in a science related field, or equivalent related education and experience, plus moderate experience in clinical research and business development.
MBA/PhD/MD degrees preferred.
Exceptional (>3- 6 years) business development experience with strong track record of achievement of sales targets
Significant experience in, and knowledge of, the clinical research industry with a focus on Phase 1 – 4 clinical operations
Strategic selling capabilities
Excellent communication and networking skills with an ability to build mutually profitable business relationships.
Why Join Accelagen?
At Accelagen, you'll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team supporting innovative clinical research across a diverse range of therapeutic areas. We offer opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on clinical trials that improve patient outcomes.
Ready to join us? Apply now and help shape the future of clinical research.

Work arrangement
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