Overview:

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Vice President of Strategic Partnerships to lead and execute initiatives that drive long-term growth through partnerships, alliances, and corporate development activities. This is a high-impact, newly created role designed to support our continued expansion following a recent acquisition. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in both M&A and strategic partnerships within the biotech or SaaS sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and execute strategic partnership opportunities aligned with the company’s long-term goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with key industry players, including technology platforms, R&D collaborators, service providers, and commercial partners.
• Lead end-to-end deal processes for strategic alliances, joint ventures, co-development agreements, and other partnership structures.
• Support future M&A activities, including market analysis, due diligence, financial modeling, and integration planning.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, Product, R&D, and Commercial) to align strategic initiatives with business objectives.
• Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to inform corporate strategy.
• Present strategic partnership opportunities and deal rationale to executive leadership and board members.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, strategic partnerships, or business development.
• Proven track record of sourcing, structuring, and executing strategic deals.
• Industry experience in biotech, life sciences, healthcare technology, or SaaS is strongly preferred.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to develop and interpret deal models and valuations.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.