Bachelor's degree in business, economics, life sciences, or related field
10+ years in corporate strategy or business development
Experience in a global life sciences organization
Strong financial modeling and Excel proficiency
Experience managing complex projects with cross-functional teams
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Outstanding communication and presentation skills
Responsibilities
Collaborate with senior management to develop strategic partnering plans
Manage interactions with third parties and oversee data room operations
Evaluate and execute on licensing and partnership opportunities
Build financial models for investment and strategic analysis
Oversee external advisors during transactions
Conduct market analysis for growth opportunities and competitive threats
Foster collaborative relationships across functions and engage leadership in strategy development
Benefits
Participatory work culture focused on agility and commitment to science
Opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company
Engagement with an experienced and knowledgeable management team
Impactful work in developing treatments for rare diseases
Collaboration with cross-functional teams committed to success
Full Job Description
About the job
We are seeking an exceptional Director, Business Development, to join us at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be instrumental in identifying and executing on business development opportunities and evaluating partnerships. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of business and market dynamics, transactions and partnerships, a track record of developing and executing successful corporate strategies, robust understanding of finance, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with senior management to create and execute long-range strategic partnering plans that align with the organization's vision, mission, and goals
Manage day-to-day interactions with third parties including ensuring timely and responsive follow-up, including data room management
Evaluate and execute strategic partner and licensing opportunities
Build financial models and business cases to evaluate strategic partnering and investment opportunities
Manage external advisors including investment banks, consulting firms, and legal counsel during transaction processes
Conduct market analysis and research, and competitive benchmarking to support growth opportunities, emerging trends, and potential threats
Foster collaborative and supportive cross-functional working relationships, including engaging the senior leadership team in the development and prioritization of long-term strategies and acting as a thought partner with the business to make effective and timely decisions
Provide strategic guidance and recommendations to senior leadership based on industry analysis, best practices, and emerging trends
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, economics, life sciences, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in corporate strategy, business development, strategy consulting, M&A, investment banking or related field
Experience working in a global life sciences organization required.
Strong financial modeling and Excel skills required, in addition to strong PowerPoint skills
Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing complex projects
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong leadership and team-building skills
About Larimar Therapeutics, Inc.
Larimar Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing treatments for complex rare diseases. The company's lead product candidate, CTI-1601, is a recombinant fusion protein that is being developed for the treatment of Friedreich's ataxia, a rare genetic disease that causes progressive damage to the nervous system. Larimar Therapeutics was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
