Business Development Transactions Senior Director

Business Development Transactions, Sr Director

The Business Development Transactions, Sr Director will be responsible for leading / supporting cross-functional technical and corporate due diligence efforts and the negotiation and execution of a range of business development transactions, including collaborations, licenses, financings, mergers and acquisitions, all aimed at helping Vertex achieve its strategic objectives and create sustained revenue and earnings growth.

Key Duties and Responsibilities :

• Leads large cross-functional technical and corporate diligence teams
• Prepare diligence read-outs reflecting technical, financial and corporate analyses of potential partners / targets and potential impacts on Vertex
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop proposals for structuring and negotiating a range of deals
• Solicit internal feedback on deal issues and ensure feedback is incorporated into deal documents in a manner that addresses Vertex's business needs and appropriately balances risks
• Actively track issues in deal documents and develops thoughtful solutions
• Provide input in the development of negotiation strategy and leads or supports counterparty negotiations
• Prepare supporting documentation for transactions, including external presentations, management presentations, investor materials and Board presentations
• Work seamlessly with the External Innovation team in their identification and technical evaluation of potential opportunities and the Alliance Management team in their integration and management of collaborative relationships
• Contribute positively to the culture of a small, mission-oriented, collegial team

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Pay Range : $0 - $0

Disclosure Statement : The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation : Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status : In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as : 1. Hybrid : work remotely up to two days per week; or select 2. On-Site : work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

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