Business Development And Finance Associate

Summary

Pioneering biotech start-up is seeking a Business Development and Finance Associate, to drive the start-up's business forward, ensuring smooth daily operations, and identifying and pursuing business opportunities, partnerships, and collaborations.

This generalist role involves a combination of organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively manage diverse responsibilities. You'll collaborate closely with executives on executing strategic vision and goals, build relationships with stakeholders, prepare reports, ensure compliance, provide operations guidance, and contribute to overall team efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supporting executives on day-to-day tasks to achieve company goals
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with clients, collaborators, and partners
• Preparing regular progress and performance reports, and quarterly financials
• Leading grant applications to secure funding
• Ensuring compliance with regulations and policies
• Providing operations guidance and addressing concerns
• Managing tasks like bookkeeping, orders, supplier relations, and billing
• Developing deep understanding of scientific capabilities to align business efforts
• Utilising accounting software and project management tools
• Researching markets and identifying partnership opportunities
• Supporting marketing, brand building, and thought leadership
• Building strong team relationships and fostering collaboration

Requirements

• Experience in Business Development, product management or related biotech role
• Background in financial reporting and calculations
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in IT, spreadsheets, project management software
• Adaptability to diverse responsibilities and ability to work under pressure
• Confidentiality with sensitive information
• Confidence to initiate projects independently
• Relationship building and teamwork skills

Benefits Include

• Generous PTO and holidays
• Potential for ownership through stock options
• Career development in a small, multidisciplinary team
• Contribution to cutting-edge technologies
• Location in a world-renowned university city
• Support for work-life balance