Lead commercial traction in preventive health as our Business Development Lead, with remote-first flexibility.
R&D Partners is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Business Development Lead to drive growth within the MedTech / Devices industry. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape commercial traction and contribute to fundraising success in a purpose-driven organization focused on preventive health and longevity.
Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.
Responsibilities
* Secure pilot customers and manage the sales pipeline to close initial commercial deals.
* Develop and maintain partnerships with clinics, wellness centers, hospitals, employers, and other stakeholders.
* Convert pilot projects into commercial contracts to generate early revenue.
* Represent the company at industry conferences and networking events to enhance brand visibility and generate leads.
* Act as the primary contact for key client relationships, ensuring satisfaction, renewals, and upselling opportunities.
* Provide market intelligence to influence product roadmap and positioning strategies.
* Collaborate with internal teams to align commercial priorities with company growth.
* Support fundraising efforts by generating VC leads, shaping investor pitches, and co-owning investor relationships with leadership.
Key Skills and Requirements
* Minimum of 7 years in business development, partnerships, or commercial roles, ideally in digital health, diagnostics, or wellness tech.
* Proven track record of securing pilots and closing B2B / B2B2C deals with long sales cycles.
* Experience in investor engagement and familiarity with VC processes.
* Strategic thinker with a hands‑on, entrepreneurial approach.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Fluent in English; German and French are a strong advantage.
* EU‑Swiss passport or valid work permit.
* Familiarity with CRM tools such as HubSpot or Salesforce.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in longevity, preventive medicine, or diagnostics.
* Established network in healthcare and / or VC ecosystems.
* Familiarity with startup scaling and fundraising cycles.
Why Join Us
* Direct impact: Be the growth engine of a company redefining preventive health.
* Career evolution: Opportunity to grow into a Head of Growth / CCO role as the company scales.
* Remote‑first flexibility with support for co‑working and setup.
* Team culture: Join a small, ambitious, and international team with biannual retreats.
* Purpose-driven mission: Extend healthy years of life through science and technology.
For more information, please contact Indre Semeskeviciute.
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