Strategic BD Director

Location: North East England / Hybrid
Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience and role scope

An expanding scientific services company is seeking a Strategic BD Director to lead commercial growth and brand development. This role blends business development, marketing oversight, and commercial leadership—ideal for someone who wants to contribute at both operational and strategic levels.

The company is privately owned, research-focused, and entering a growth phase that will involve significant external engagement and positioning in the market.

Key Responsibilities

Define and lead commercial strategy across business development, marketing, and client engagement
Manage the development of new partnerships and expansion into relevant scientific sectors
Represent the organisation externally at key industry events and in written communications
Work with technical and delivery teams to align messaging with scientific capabilities
Contribute to board-level planning and provide commercial insight into business decisions
Support and mentor a growing team in BD and marketing functions

Candidate Profile

Significant experience in commercial roles within the research, science, or healthcare innovation space
Capable of strategic thinking while also driving hands-on commercial activity
Skilled at navigating complex client relationships and long sales cycles
Strong understanding of how to translate scientific services into compelling client offerings
Leadership experience, with a collaborative and adaptable management style

The Opportunity

This role offers real influence over how the company grows and engages with its market. Whether you’re an experienced commercial leader or a senior business developer ready to step up, there’s scope to shape the function and make a visible impact