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Director, Business Development - Fluent in French and English LanguagesWe're seeking a driven, self- motivated, sales oriented, passionate, organized, and determined to succeed Director of Business Development to join our growing BD team in the UK.As a Business Development Director, you will gain great knowledge and experience about in the CRO & Pharmaceutical/ biotech industries. Your role will focus on opening and expanding existing clients, driving new business opportunities and achieving agreed sales targets.You will maintain Salesforce.com database and ensure that all client meetings, RFP information and relevant updates are captured and maintained within Salesforce.com. This is essential for the position.Responsibilities:Client managementResearch and gather intelligence on target market sectors / organizations and contacts as part of the sales processFocus on opening new clients and expanding existing clients - focusing on companies whose pipeline match our expertise or business goalsAchieve agreed sales target, as well as number of client calls and visitsPrepare and achieve sales planDevelop and maintain existing and new relationships with key decision makers at targeted accountsMaintain high level of understanding, of the decision making process with all major sponsorsEnsure that all proposal/contract details, client meetings, RFP (Request for Proposal) information and relevant updates are shared between the clients and the companyDevelop relationship with leads or prospects to generate RFPsOrganise clients meeting, organise congresses, as neededEstablish and maintain contacts with operational departments as neededActs ethically to represent LinicalFollows sales process to streamline, coordinate and lead opportunity activities cross functionallyProposal developmentDemonstrate cross functional collaboration with the functional heads beyond proposal development processReview the proposal drafts to provide input on strategy and pricing levelSupport the proposal management to ensure that all internal information will be delivered on timeInteract with the clients to collect necessary information, whenever applicableSubmit proposal to the client and follow up during the entire CRO selection processManage and Lead the Bid Defence ProcessTake responsibility for drafting the BDM slide deck and work cross functionallyObtain all relevant information from the sponsorOrganise meeting in accordance with the sponsors scheduleCollaborate with participants of the presentationPrepare rehearsals as requested and necessary (3 minimum)Ensure regular communication with clinical project teams in order to secure the potential for repeat business and maximise opportunities for feedback.Support the contract process and collaborate with legal departmentAttend conferences, symposia and exhibitionsMaintain Salesforce.com databaseWith all relevant information related to leads, RFPs, proposals, email (client and internal), territory business plans, meetings, conference call as applicableEnsures that all client meetings, RFP information and relevant updates are captured and maintained within Salesforce.com. This is essential for the position.The right candidate must have the following experience:Speak fluent French & English. Any additional languages would be a plusUniversity degree in Natural Sciences/ Medicine or a university degree in Business or comparable experience or education, and profound knowledge in clinical development, pharmaceutical, biotech industry.Have at least 3 years of sales experience and be a self- motivated person, capable of adapting and facing constant challenges within a fast- paced environment.Must have strong presentation and writing skillsPrevious BD or sales experience within the CRO or Pharmaceutical arena would be highly advantageousAt Linical, we embrace the opportunities and possibilities that are held by diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion. We value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds regardless of race, disability, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristic. Linical will consider all candidates that match with the requirements of the position, promoting diversity and equal opportunity for all.