Business development manager

Hiring Company: one of the leading medical publishers in Asia

This role focuses on driving business growth by identifying new opportunities, building long-term client partnerships, and delivering customized scientific publishing and medical communication solutions to leading pharmaceutical companies.

Responsibilities

Business Development: Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities with pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organizations, medical associations, and related industries Client Relationship Management: Build, nurture, and strengthen long-term relationships with existing and prospective clients Sales Strategy & Execution: Generate leads, prepare proposals, negotiate commercial terms, and drive revenue growth through successful deal closures Key Account Management: Manage and grow strategic client accounts, identify opportunities for renewals, cross-selling, and upselling while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction Business Planning & Reporting: Maintain sales forecasts, monitor pipeline performance, prepare account plans, and provide regular business updates to management Market Research & Business Insights: Analyse industry trends, competitor activities, and customer requirements to identify new growth opportunities Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with editorial, medical, design, and operations teams to deliver high-quality scientific communication and publishing solutions Client Engagement: Conduct client meetings, deliver business presentations, and represent the company at conferences, exhibitions, and other industry events

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science, Pharmacy, Business Administration, Marketing etc 4–5 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical marketing, medical communications, healthcare publishing, healthcare services, or business development Proven experience in client acquisition, business development, and key account management Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point) Ability to prepare business proposals, commercial quotations, presentations, and professional client communications Self-motivated, target-oriented, and willing to travel for client meetings and industry events

Why Join Us?

• Work with prestigious international medical publications, including The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), Advent Medica, and other globally recognized publishing partners

• Be part of an organization with nearly three decades of industry expertise and strong relationships with leading pharmaceutical companies

• Drive strategic business growth while promoting internationally acclaimed scientific publications and medical communication solutions

• Work alongside experienced professionals in medical publishing, scientific communications, and pharmaceutical marketing

• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and performance-driven career progression