Business Development Transactions Associate Director

Job Description

Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.

General Summary :

The Business Development Transactions candidate will be responsible for supporting 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

• Works collaboratively with relevant stakeholders to develop proposals for structuring and negotiating a range of deals
• Solicits internal feedback on deal issues and ensuring feedback is incorporated into deal documents in a manner that addresses Vertex's business needs
• Actively tracks issues in deal documents and developing thoughtful solutions
• Provides input in the development of negotiation strategy and leading or supporting counterparty negotiations
• Prepares supporting documentation for transactions (including external presentations, opportunity reports, management presentations, Board presentations and other deal communication materials)
• Works 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
• Contributes positively to the culture of a small, mission-oriented, collegial team

Knowledge And Skills

• In-depth knowledge of the drug research and development process and the regulatory, reimbursement and commercial environments
• Ability to simplify complex ideas / concepts and synthesize and summarize a complex set of facts
• Ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems
• Adept at handling multiple projects and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Comfortable reading and understanding complex legal agreements
• Ability to prepare clear and influential power point presentations
• Ability to work cross-functionally within and beyond the Business Development organization Experience working with both internal and external multidisciplinary teams including R&D, Commercial, Legal, IP, Finance and Operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to think on your feet
• High emotional intelligence and ability to forge relationships internally, as well as externally.
• A desire to be part of a highly innovative company aimed at transforming the lives of people with serious diseases

Education And Experience

• Bachelors Degree, preferably in business or science
• Typically requires 5-7+ years relevant biotech experience, deal sheet demonstrating experience and specific roles

Company Information

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

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.

Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and / or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected].

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