Business Development & In-Licensing Director

Evolve is partnering with an ambitious, growing international eyecare business to appoint a Business Development & In-Licensing Director. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a unique opportunity to shape and lead the business development function, build a pipeline of innovative assets and strategic partnerships, and drive high-value transactions from initial evaluation through to completion.

Combining scientific expertise with commercial acumen, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future portfolio and growth of the business, with significant autonomy and the opportunity to build a function from the ground up.

This is a full-time permanent position with responsibility for the US, UK and Ireland territories. What’s on offer? Excellent Salary & Benefits - A competitive starting salary depending on your experience, plus exceptional bonus, pension, wellbeing days, healthcare, eye care vouchers and more!

Entrepreneurial Spirit - Enjoy the agility and visibility of an ambitious organisation where you can make a real difference. Collaborative Culture - Thrive in a supportive, people-focused environment. Ideal Requirements for the Business Development & In-Licensing Director Strong scientific and commercial credentials - A PhD, MD or equivalent scientific/clinical qualification in ophthalmology or a related field, ideally combined with a business qualification or MBA.

Proven business development and deal-making experience - At least 8 years’ experience in pharma, biotech or medtech business development, licensing or corporate development, with a track record of personally leading transactions from evaluation through to negotiation and completion.

Established ophthalmology network - Strong relationships across ophthalmology biotech, academia, investors and clinical key opinion leaders, alongside a good understanding of the global eyecare landscape. Scientific judgement and commercial acumen - The ability to critically assess clinical data, challenge assumptions and evaluate development risks, alongside an understanding of valuations, deal economics and commercial potential.

Confident presenting investment cases to senior leadership and Boards. Entrepreneurial leadership and drive - A hands-on, independent leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building a function from the ground up and can influence cross-functional teams.

Comfortable working closely with senior leadership and willing to travel regularly (approximately 30%). Role Responsibilities for the Business Development & In-Licensing Director Shape and lead the business development strategy - Define and drive the business development and in-licensing strategy, identifying opportunities aligned with the organisation’s long-term ambitions and therapeutic priorities.

Build and lead a high-performing function, shaping its growth as the pipeline develops. Build a st...

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