<p>About your role</p> <p>We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven VP of Business Development & Partnerships to join our Innovative Medicines team. Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, you will play a key role in the company's short- and long-term growth strategy including BD&L. This role requires a hands-on approach to shape the future of Innovative Medicines at Orion. The successful VP will bring a proven track record in establishing the business development strategy that aligns to company's long-term growth plans, identifying and triaging potential partners, negotiating and closing of impactful deals, and understanding of what it takes to execute on partnership commitments.</p> <p>This is a hybrid role with office locations in New York City and Boston.</p> <p>Your key responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Lead Business Development & Partnerships team, including Alliance Management, Search & Evaluation, and bolster BD infrastructure </li><li>Drive discussions with potential / current BD&L partners; develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, research institutions, and industry partners </li><li>Identification / sourcing of in-licensing, out-licensing and M&A opportunities by means including, but not limited to, remaining abreast of market trends and dynamics, scientific conference attendance, and partnering conference attendance </li><li>Conduct commercial and scientific assessment of in-licensing and M&A opportunities </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful implementation of business development initiatives </li><li>Build models to support deal negotiations </li><li>Play key role in deal / contract negotiations; management of virtual data room </li></ul> <p>Functional Expertise:</p> <ul> <li>Search Evaluation Selection: Utilize strategic thinking, business intelligence, and analytical skills to identify and select new opportunities </li><li>Identification of New Opportunities: Employ analytical thinking and networking to identify potential growth areas </li><li>Business Negotiation: Apply strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage partnerships effectively </li><li>Full Evaluation / Due Diligence: Lead due diligence teams with scientific, technical, regulatory, and IP knowledge </li><li>Operative Planning: Demonstrate project management skills and team leadership </li><li>Contracting: Leverage legal knowledge and negotiation skills </li><li>Project Kick-Off: Exhibit excellent communication skills and leadership </li></ul> <p>What we offer</p> <p>At Orion, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you can strive for excellence. We offer a wealth of career paths and development opportunities that support the development of innovative solutions and improving the quality of life.</p> <p>Please visit our website to find further information about our values and Orion as an employer https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/.</p> <p>Our expectations</p> <ul> <li>BS/BA in business or science disciple required; MBA, PhD or advanced degree preferred </li><li>Pharmaceutical/Biotech industry knowledge (10+ years), with direct deal experience; Preferred experience in strategy consulting, private/public equity investment, investment banking and/or corporate development </li><li>Experience with Oncology deals </li><li>Experienced working in global teams </li><li>Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills </li><li>Comfortable challenging the status quo and bringing forward innovative solutions </li><li>Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities; superb project management skills; attention to detail, strong organizational and follow-up skills within a matrix environment </li><li>Excellent communicator, able to persuasively convey both ideas and data, verbally and in writing </li><li>Willingness to travel as needed </li></ul> <p>How to apply and additional information</p> <p>If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV through our career site by July 23, 2025.</p> <p>We typically review applications already during the application period and may start interviewing candidates before the application deadline. Therefore, we invite you to send your application as soon as possible.</p> <p>Join us at Orion Pharma and be part of a team that is making a difference in the world of healthcare!</p> <p>#LI-ORION</p> <p>Unit description</p> <p>The Innovative Medicines business division is responsible for the strategic leadership of Orion's business in core therapy areas, Pain and Oncology, covering all activities from pipeline and portfolio building to the commercialization of new, innovative medicines in Pain and Oncology. Innovative Medicines aims to provide an agile platform for Orion to compete in the pharmaceutical sector. In Innovative Medicines Business Division, the unmet need of the patient meets innovation that brings the best, new treatments to promote health and well-being in society.</p>