Manager, Corporate Development
Gilead Sciences
Summary
Gilead Sciences is looking to hire a full-time Manager for its Corporate Development team to lead strategic partnerships across oncology, virology and inflammation. The candidate will report to the Executive Director of Corporate Development, and be part of the core Corporate Development team.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Lead execution, with support, of corporate development opportunities involving strategic partnerships, investments, licensing, and/or acquisitions.
- Partner with key stakeholders across therapeutic areas, including research, clinical, commercial, finance and program strategy leadership to develop business proposals that align with Gilead's mission and growth strategy.
- Develop and maintain strong external relationships with potential partners.
- Coordinate diligence efforts and scientific reviews for identified opportunities; review opportunities and business cases with Gilead management.
- Lead negotiations, with support, of term sheets and contracts with identified partners.
Desirable Skill Sets
- Strong knowledge of drug development and biotech/pharma industry.
- Experience supporting transactions and strong familiarity with negotiations and the contracting process.
- Aptitude for quantitative analysis such as forecasting and valuation work.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required.
- Prior experience driving and coordinating cross-functional efforts and presenting business cases to key stakeholders.
- Passion for science and drug development.
Qualifications
Minimum education and years of relevant experience, including experience in biotech/pharma sector and/or professional services (e.g. consulting, finance, legal, and/or corporate experience in a relevant function): B.S./B.A. + 6 or more years of experience; PhD 0 years of experience; M.B.A./Masters + 4 or more years of experience.
Requirements
- B.S./B.A. with 6 or more years of relevant experience, or PhD with 0 years, or M.B.A./Masters with 4 or more years of experience
- Experience in biotech/pharma sector and/or professional services (consulting, finance, legal, or corporate)
- Strong knowledge of drug development and biotech/pharma industry
- Experience supporting transactions and familiarity with negotiations and contracting process
- Aptitude for quantitative analysis such as forecasting and valuation work
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Prior experience driving and coordinating cross-functional efforts and presenting business cases to key stakeholders
- Passion for science and drug development
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- Annual Bonus
- Stock-Based Long-Term Incentives
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a leading American biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Foster City, California, that specializes in researching, developing, and commercializing innovative medicines for life-threatening diseases. Founded in 1987, Gilead has grown into a global healthcare leader with approximately 17,600 employees worldwide. The company's primary therapeutic focus areas include HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis (hepatitis B and C), oncology, inflammation, and respiratory diseases. Gilead is renowned for its groundbreaking antiviral therapies, including Sovaldi and Harvoni for hepatitis C, and its comprehensive portfolio of HIV treatments such as Truvada, Atripla, and Biktarvy. The company also developed Veklury (remdesivir) for COVID-19 treatment. Gilead operates as a publicly traded company on the NASDAQ (GILD) and is a component of both the Nasdaq-100 and S&P 100 indices. Through strategic acquisitions like Kite Pharma and Immunomedics, Gilead has expanded into cell therapy and oncology, demonstrating its commitment to advancing medical science and improving patient outcomes globally.