Senior Director, Business Development

Barrington James Board & Executive Partners are collaborating with fast‑growing, innovation‑driven organization backed by a leading private equity investor is seeking a Business Development Leader to accelerate its commercial expansion across the United States and Canada.

The company operates globally and is entering a major growth phase following multiple recent acquisitions and significant investment in scientific and technological innovation. This is a high‑impact commercial leadership role with autonomy, visibility, and direct access to senior executives and shareholders.

If you are a hungry hunter, looking for your next challenge, please read further:

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the annual BD strategy aligned with North American growth targets.


• Identify, pursue, and win new opportunities across biotech, mid‑pharma, Big Pharma, and medical device sponsors.


• Expand strategic accounts, building trusted relationships with senior decision‑makers.


• Lead bid defences, proposals, and contract negotiations, partnering closely with scientific and operational SMEs.


• Cross‑sell across a diversified portfolio of clinical research solutions.


• Maintain accurate forecasting and CRM discipline.


• Represent the company at industry conferences, strengthening brand visibility and generating qualified opportunities.


• Contribute to commercial integration following recent acquisitions, shaping best practices and processes.


• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership across North America and global headquarters.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Business. MBA an asset.


• 6–15+ years’ experience in life sciences business development, ideally selling clinical trial services.


• Proven track record of winning new business and expanding accounts across North America.


• Experience selling multi‑service solutions and navigating complex ecosystems.


• Strong understanding of clinical development environments or technical domains advantageous.

Following your application, Francesca Hallworth, a specialist Life Science Recruiter will discuss the opportunity with you in detail. She will be more than happy to answer any questions relating to the industry and the potential for your career growth. The conversation can also progress further to discussing other opportunities, which are also available right now or will be imminently becoming available.

This position has been highly popular, and it is likely that it will close prematurely. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please click ‘apply’ or contact Francesca Hallworth for any further information.

Francesca Hallworth | Senior Board & Executive Search Specialist | Barrington James Ltd. | Board & Executive Partners

Email: fhallworth (at) barringtonjames.com