Senior Director of Clinical Business Development – Europe

QPS

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

About QPS Since 1996, QPS has been helping biotech, pharma, and medical device companies bring therapies to market efficiently. From early Phase I studies to global late-phase trials, we combine scientific expertise, operational excellence, and global reach to deliver high-quality, patient-focused solutions. Our team enjoys challenging, rewarding work in a culture that values Integrity, Quality, Customer Focus, Commitment, People, and Culture. The Role We’re looking for a Senior Director of Clinical Business Development (focusing on late phase clinical trials) to lead our growth across Europe. You’ll build strong client relationships, secure new business opportunities, and work closely with our global BD and operational teams to expand QPS’s CRO services around Patient Centric studies.

Requirements

Bachelors in Life Sciences, Business, or related field; advanced degree helpful
10+ years of business development experience in a CRO, with a track record of winning complex, multi-million Euro deals and expertise handling long sales cycles
Strong knowledge of late phase Clinical trials and European regulatory requirements
Established network of senior-level contacts in pharma, biotech, and emerging biopharma
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills
Fluent in English; additional European languages a plus
Willingness to travel extensively (50%+)

Responsibilities

Drive business development strategy and revenue growth across Europe, focusing on QPSs later phase CRO services
Build trusted relationships with pharma, biotech, and emerging biopharma clients
Align European initiatives with QPS global priorities
Represent QPS at conferences, networking events, and client meetings
Collaborate with operations and scientific teams to deliver client-focused solutions