Commercial Director Life Sciences

2 days ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom CK Group Full time

Life Sciences Commercial Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a VP of Business Development to join our team in Cambridge on a permanent basis.

This role is ideal for an experienced commercial leader who wants to make a significant impact in the life sciences sector and play a key role in our client's growth.

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing biotech company focused on revolutionizing protein research.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Market Entry: Developing new market opportunities, expanding clients customer base, and ensuring commercial viability of their technologies in the life sciences sector.
  • Sales and Marketing Leadership: Overseeing the entire sales and marketing function, including strategy development, market entry, revenue growth, and team leadership.
  • Product Launches: Planning and leading strategic-focused global product launches.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and profitability.
  • Leadership: Leading sales, marketing, and business development teams.

Your Background:

  • Degree qualified in life sciences or equivalent (PhD preferred).
  • A desire to work in a dynamic start-up environment.
  • Extensive senior-level commercial experience in Life Sciences, ideally with a focus on analytical instruments, bioprocessing hardware, or similar.
  • A proven track record of successfully launching products, expanding into new markets, and driving substantial revenue growth.
  • An extensive network within the biotechnology sector, particularly in Cell Line Development, Process Development, and Upstream Manufacturing.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Experience working in international markets and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience in setting up and growing the sales & marketing team.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary (£80,000 - £110,000 per annum).
  • A share option scheme.
  • A bonus.
  • A pension.


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