Executive Director, Head of Global Transactions
EPM Scientific are currently partnered with a high-growth, global biopharmaceutical organization to appoint a Head of Transactions (Executive Director) as a foundational hire within their Corporate Development function.
This organization is a recognized leader within its specialist therapeutic area, with a strong global footprint and a differentiated, science-led portfolio spanning multiple product categories. Under experienced leadership, the business has built a best-in-class innovation engine and is now entering a pivotal phase of expansion, focused on advancing its pipeline and enhancing its external innovation strategy.
This is a high-impact, newly created leadership role reporting directly to the Global Head of Corporate Development. As the first dedicated Head of Transactions, you will play a critical role in shaping and executing the organization's external growth strategy, with a particular emphasis on clinical-stage opportunities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading end-to-end execution of strategic transactions, including licensing, M&A, and partnerships within pharma
- Partnering with corporate development team to evaluate and transact on external innovation opportunities
- Structuring, negotiating, and executing complex agreements with global partners
- Providing strategic guidance to senior leadership on transaction prioritization and portfolio evolution
We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially minded leader with a strong blend of strategic insight and hands-on execution capabilities. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Proven track record in biopharma transactions, particularly within clinical-stage dealmaking
- Experience within Pharmaceutical Strategy, Biopharmaceutical Corporate Development
- Deep understanding of drug development, valuation, and pipeline strategy
- Strong stakeholder management, leadership, and negotiation skills
- Advanced Scientific Degree preferred but not required
Location
This role is based in Boston and requires 3 days a week presence on site and a living location in commutable distance to the office.
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