Position Information

Evotec is a global leader in drug discovery and development solutions. We’re looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to help grow our fee-for-service business, build brand recognition, and develop client relationships across an assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities

Revenue Growth Support

Support a regional sales team in identifying prospective targets that are a good fit for Evotec’s standalone service offerings. Collaborate with the VP and Sales Directors to support targeted outreach within the region & qualify resulting leads. Take ownership of smaller pipeline opportunities (academic & biotech sectors) from first contact (or SQL onwards) to signed contract. The Opportunity exists to develop towards management of a small territory within the assigned region.

Brand Building

• Help increase Evotec’s visibility and recognition in the region by participating in client meetings, conferences, and events.

Sales Process Execution

• Support the implementation of sales and marketing plans for the territory as part of a regional team of BD professionals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Operations and Marketing to support project onboarding and drive client satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• 2–3 years of experience in business development or sales experience in the life sciences, biotech, or contract research industry (CRO highly preferred).

• Familiarity with drug discovery & development pathways (academic or industry exposure acceptable).

• A tenacious, self-motivated and target driven individual capable of managing a portfolio of modest opportunities and pushing through to closure.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills with a consultative mindset.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and follow-up skills.

• Enthusiasm for learning and developing a career in business development within the life sciences sector.

Key Competencies

• Play a key role in growing a fee-for-service business at the cutting edge of drug discovery.

• Work directly with senior BD leaders for mentorship and career development.

• Gain visibility and field exposure to allow build of a strong personal network.

• Travel: As required in support of the regional team. Willingness to travel extensively (40%+).

FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.