Business Development Manager – Pharma Partnerships (f/m/d)

Description

We are looking to hire (ideally by June 1, 2026) an ambitious and entrepreneurially minded Business Development Manager – Pharma Partnerships (f/m/d) based in Berlin. In this role, you will actively build new business relationships with pharmaceutical companies.

This role is ideal for you if you combine a scientific background with initial consulting experience and are eager to create real entrepreneurial impact in a fast-growing health tech startup – working directly with our management team.

Your mission

• Research and identify potential pharma partners (focus on dermatology) and build a qualified pipeline.
• Support the development of compelling consulting proposals for pharmaceutical decision‑makers – from needs assessment and pitch presentation through to deal closing.
• Actively contribute to the delivery of initial consulting projects and ensure excellent project quality.
• Systematically maintain and expand our CRM (HubSpot) and track the progress of our sales activities in a KPI‑driven manner.
• Work closely with our CEO and clinical team to evolve pharma partnerships from initial projects into long‑term collaborations.

Your profile

• You hold a degree in medicine, biology, pharmacy, or natural sciences with excellent academic results. Ideally, you hold a PhD.
• You bring 1–3 years of professional experience in management consulting (ideally with a life sciences / pharma focus).
• You have a solid understanding of big pharma decision‑making processes and are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at various hierarchical levels.
• You have initial experience in structuring and delivering consulting projects.
• You are passionate about entrepreneurship, love to sell, and are eager to take on responsibility in a startup environment, building things from the ground up.
• You are characterized by a strong hands‑on mentality, analytical thinking, and excellent communication skills.
• You are fluent in both German and English.
• You are willing to work in the Greater Berlin area (relocation required if not already based there).

Why us?

• We invest in you. We offer a steep learning curve and the opportunity to grow through continuous feedback and a culture of lifelong learning. We partner with adesso to provide access to a selection of over 100 training courses.
• At the same time, we give you the freedom to develop independently. Your energy and expertise will be directed toward improving the lives of people with chronic conditions. With us, you will work on something with real impact!
• The opportunity to shape our pharma partnerships from scratch and take on a leadership role within the company over time.
• Close collaboration with the founder and CEO and direct exposure to key opinion leaders in dermatology and the health tech space.
• A monthly budget you can freely use through our benefits app – for gym memberships, wellness, or other activities.
• Attractive compensation package plus equity participation.
• Attractive office in a prime location overlooking the river Spree in the heart of Kreuzberg, Berlin.