Senior Manager, Business Development

, MD, United States

Arvinas is a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to improving the lives of patients suffering from debilitating and life-threatening diseases through the discovery, development, and commercialization of therapies that degrade disease-causing proteins. Arvinas uses its proprietary PROTAC Discovery Engine platform to engineer proteolysis targeting chimeras, or PROTAC targeted protein degraders, that are designed to harness the body’s own natural protein disposal system to selectively and efficiently degrade and remove disease-causing proteins. In addition to its robust preclinical pipeline of PROTAC protein degraders against validated and “undruggable” targets, the company has three investigational clinical-stage programs: ARV-766 and bavdegalutamide for the treatment of men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer; and vepdegestrant (ARV-471) for the treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic ER+/HER2- breast cancer. Arvinas, as part of its overall business strategy, selectively assesses opportunities for potential collaboration, license, marketing and royalty arrangements, and similar transactions, to advance and accelerate the development and enhance the commercial potential of its product candidates.

#TeamArvinas is made up of approximately 450 passionate and curious employees, whose diverse thoughts and perspectives are highly valued. Arvinas employees embrace the freedom to pursue innovation, think creatively, and give back. They are driven by the company’s values and mission – to improve the lives of patients with serious diseases by pioneering therapies created with our revolutionary PROTAC protein degradation platform. We’re really excited about the work we’re doing inside and outside of Arvinas, and think you will be, too. But don’t just take our word for it –learn more about life at Arvinas and what employees have to say .

We are seeking a creative and independent Senior Manager, Business Development who is comfortable working in a fast-paced & dynamic environment. Our Senior Manager, Business Development will assume a highly visible role within Arvinas to identify and evaluate new business opportunities and strategic partnerships. In addition, support our corporate vision and business imperatives to ensure excellent relationships for existing and future partnerships. This leader will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to evolve our business development strategies and objectives.

This position reports to Senior Director of Business Development and can be located at our headquarters in New Haven, CT or work remotely from a location within the U.S.

Collaborate with all functions of organization to negotiate and close partnering transactions, including licenses, & research collaboration

Navigate business issues that arise during negotiations; work with cross-functional internal teams and senior leadership to address and resolve issues in a timely fashion

Maintain and update a database of business development interactions with current & future partners

Coordinate meetings with potential partners, including the development of agendas, distribution of minutes, and coordination of follow-up activities

Collaborate with finance colleagues to quantify the impact of various deal structures and terms

Complete due diligence packages and build data rooms to facilitate assessment of opportunities by potential partners; conduct reverse diligence as needed

Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, with ability to flex between scientific / technical detail and big-picture strategy

Demonstrated strong interpersonal, teamwork, analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills

Proven ability to lead multiple business development projects and diligence teams efficiently and independently

A track record of success in sourcing/driving significant business development opportunities to completion including both in & out licensing experience

Strong understanding of drug discovery, development, and commercialization process and essential activities across all key functional areas

Broad business development network and a progressive knowledge of innovative alliance structures, industry trends and emerging innovations

Great enthusiasm for collaborating closely with R&D members in a high-science environment and contribute to seamless integration of BD, R&D and all key functions

Creative, highly motivated, and results-driven team player with a “nothing is impossible” attitude

Education & Experience

B.S., or M.S required; scientific field of study or graduate degree (MD, PhD) preferred

5+ years’ experience in life science, biotech, and/or pharmaceutical industries; business development, research & development, commercial strategy, consulting or related roles will be considered

Arvinas is proud to offer a competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include group medical, vision and dental coverage, group and supplemental life insurance, and much more. To learn more about Arvinas, please visit www.arvinas.com

Arvinas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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