We’re looking for a talented and energetic Director, Business Development to join our team! This is a role to be located in China.

Working at Premier Research means being an individual - you will be recognized for what you do and you will truly have an impact. You will be working in a friendly environment with colleagues who are genuinely supportive regardless of location or seniority.

Premier Research is on an exciting journey - there is a true buzz throughout the company, so come and be part of it!

You will be the first Director, Business Development in China.

You will be accountable for:

• Identifying and qualifying business opportunities related to potential projects requiring clinical research services both for target and exploratory accounts
• Securing client meetings
• Obtaining requests for proposals
• Assisting in proposal development and facilitates presentations at client site
• Securing contract awards based on above efforts and sales targets
• Assisting with maintaining client satisfaction
• Providing project team support as appropriate
• Monitoring and assisting with change orders related to current contracts
• All other projects as assigned

You'll need this to be considered:

• Bachelor's degree in scientific discipline is preferred
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical drug development process
• Some management experience helpful
• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written, verbal) in both English and local language
• Prior direct experience in consultative sales (preferably in CRO or related service industry)
• Experienced negotiation skills
• Formal presentation skills
• Ability to perform overnight business travel, up to 60%
• Excellent persuasive/selling skills

You will need to be eligible to live and work in China in order to apply for this role.