Business Development Manager

Summary

Join LGC, a global life science tools company, as a Business Development Manager. This role focuses on supporting M&A, licensing, and partnering activities, including identifying potential partners, assessing collaboration opportunities, and managing post-agreement integration. You will contribute to the development of a global genomics business growth strategy and work across functions within LGC and partner companies. The position requires a strong understanding of the life sciences and diagnostics market, technology, and IP landscape. Success in this role demands proven experience in business development, strategic marketing, and financial modeling. International travel is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in molecular biology or a life science discipline—or equivalent education and working experience
• 8 years of demonstrated commercial experience within the life sciences or diagnostics industry, including prior experience evaluating and implementing business transactions
• Detailed understanding of life sciences and/or diagnostics marketplace, including relevant technologies and products
• Proven experience in business development and/or strategic marketing, partnering deals with companies, mergers & acquisitions
• Experience in a global, matrixed working environment
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, with the ability to effectively interpret and draw conclusions from financial statements
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally. Travel required up to 50% of the time

Responsibilities

• Support the development of an inorganic global genomics business growth strategy and support product and tactical marketing teams in the translation into portfolio plans
• Originate/initiate contact and scope potential collaborative fit with target partners within designated region
• Track progress towards strategic targets and build and manage relationships with key contacts
• Ensure project management and facilitation on various strategic projects
• Support development of internal business case models and proposals in presentations for acquisitions and partnering deal closure
• Partner with Portfolio Management to identify opportunities for growth via market expansion and portfolio development
• Identify alternative business models for new or existing markets (licensing, JV, etc.) to accelerate profitable growth
• Identify technology for in-sourcing/licensing & distribution opportunities in line with divisional strategic plan
• Provide support on market landscape assessments for key target areas
• Support projects that facilitate the implementation of global strategies where required

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately