Business Development Manager - CDMO - Therapeutics/Life Science (m/f/x)
About The Position
Axolabs specialises in a new class of drugs whose active ingredients are chemically derived from DNA or RNA. They are called oligonucleotide or nucleic acid therapeutics. We use our many years of expertise to help our clients make them a success. Some of these drugs have already been approved and are being used successfully against diseases that were previously untreatable in some cases. New drugs from this class are added every year. We believe in Science for a Safer World and are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organization. LGC Axolabs is located in Petaluma, US, Kulmbach and Berlin, Germany. Drive Growth. Build Partnerships. Shape the Future. LGC is looking for a passionate and strategic Business Development Manager to lead at the forefront of nucleic acid therapeutics. In this impactful, fully remote role, you’ll connect with global teams, foster meaningful partnerships, and champion Axolabs’ commitment to excellence and trust.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; additional business qualifications are a plus
- Proven experience in winning new business in the pharma, biotech, or CDMO sectors
- Strong understanding of drug development and regulatory landscapes
- Expertise in external communication with customers, prospects, and industry partners
- Self-motivated, goal-driven, fluent in English, and comfortable navigating complex sales cycles (additional languages are a bonus)
Responsibilities
- Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities in the nucleic acid therapeutics field
- Collaborate with Business Intelligence to uncover high-potential leads
- Promote Axolabs as a leading, multi-site CRO/CDMO to enhance market visibility
- Build and nurture strong, lasting relationships with prospects and customers
- Drive business growth through a structured sales process and strategic negotiations
Benefits
- Comprehensive onboarding and personal mentoring to ensure a successful start
- Permanent employment contract with a company pension plan for employees based in Germany and attractive employer contributions (for employees based in Germany)
- Wide range of employee benefits focused on health and well-being
- Open and inclusive company culture built on integrity, respect, and a passion for innovative solutions
- Subsidized Deutschlandticket for employees based in Germany
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
