Business Development Manager

NRL

TBusiness Development Manager – CDMO

Location: Scotland

Duration: Permanent

£40,000 – £50,000 plus bonus

NRL are keen to speak with experienced Business Development Managers for a new position located in Scotland.

The ideal candidate will have experience across both Human and Animal health, and will be well versed in growing a customer base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of a CDMO commercial strategy, working closely with global internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with both existing and prospective clients, understanding their evolving needs across pharmaceutical sciences, development, and manufacturing.
• Represent the full-service capabilities of the organisation, identifying opportunities for collaboration from molecule to market.
• Prepare, negotiate, and finalise high-quality proposals and contracts that align with client objectives and revenue targets.
• Collaborate with R&D and Manufacturing leaders to deliver cohesive, compelling proposals that reflect an integrated service model.
• Serve as a key liaison for addressing client challenges, partnering with internal scientific teams across global sites to provide solutions and secure new business.

About You:

• Proven success in business development within the pharmaceutical, CDMO, or animal health sectors, ideally with experience in commercial manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of the global animal health sector, with an understanding of veterinary regulatory affairs, clinical development, and product development.
• Extensive network within animal health.
• Skilled in influencing and negotiation, with the ability to create awareness and demand across diverse client groups.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deliver strong presentations and develop winning proposals.
• Collaborative, professional, and able to build trust across cross-functional teams and global stakeholders.
• Commercially minded, results-driven, and proactive in managing client relationships.

This is an opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business where your input will be valued. The team works hard and enjoys a positive, supportive culture, offering great benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment.