Business Development Director — Small Molecule CDMO (Nordics)

Our client, a leading global small molecule CDMO, is investing heavily in its European commercial footprint and is looking for a Business Development Director to lead new business growth across the Nordics. This is a rare opportunity to join a business with genuine scale and manufacturing depth at a moment of real momentum, with the autonomy to build your own patch and the backing of a platform capable of supporting projects from Discovery all the way to Commercial supply.

Why this role
This is a true hunter seat, not an account management role. You will have the freedom to build new relationships from the ground up, bring your own network into a business with the technical credibility to close, and shape how this organisation grows its presence across the region. For someone who wants ownership over a territory and a seat at the table as the European business scales, this is a standout opportunity.

About the role
You will drive new business across the full CMC lifecycle, from Discovery through IND, Clinical, and Commercial manufacturing, building relationships with CMC decision makers and converting early stage engagements into long term strategic partnerships across the Nordic biotech and pharma landscape.

What we are looking for

• Proven Business Development experience in the small molecule CDMO/CRO industry, ideally with a competitor CDMO
• A well established network of biotech and pharma CMC decision makers across the Nordics, whether you are based in the region or elsewhere in Europe with strong, verifiable Nordic relationships
• Strong understanding of API process development, technology transfer, scale up manufacturing, and commercial manufacturing BD
• A growth mindset, comfort with long sales cycles, and genuine ownership of results
• Based in the Nordics, or based in Europe with a proven, active network across the Nordic market

Location
Nordics based, or Europe based with a strong Nordic network.

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