Director of Business Development

4 weeks ago


cambridge, United States HireMinds Full time

Director of Business Development & Partnerships

Location: Cambridge, MA


HireMinds is seeking your expertise to help our well-funded non-profit client. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of food allergy research? We are looking for a highly skilled, strategic, and creative professional to join our passionate client's team as the Head/Lead of Business and Operations. This is your chance to be part of a transformative journey, working closely with our CEO and Head of Development to forge impactful industry partnerships and drive our mission forward for the good of patients everywhere.


You'll Be Responsible For:

This role will be at the heart of our client's efforts to advance groundbreaking treatments for food allergies. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll play a crucial role in establishing strategic partnerships with industry leaders, foundations, and other organizations. You’ll also oversee our operations, human resources, and financial functions with vendors and internal teams ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.


What You’ll Do:


  • Strategic Partnerships: Collaborate with the CEO and Development Director to build new alliances with industry and non-profit organizations. Develop and execute engagement plans that drive our mission.
  • Communication Strategies: Work with the Development Director to craft compelling communication strategies for social media and public-facing materials.
  • Financial Oversight: Lead the annual finance planning and budgeting processes. Prepare operating budgets and work with our team to develop and implement program and operational budgets.
  • Financial Management: Partner with third-party accountants to review and approve monthly financial statements and bank reconciliations. Ensure our financial systems are robust and efficient.
  • Audit Coordination: Manage the annual audit process with our external auditor, ensuring timely completion of audited financial statements and compliance with state filings.
  • Human Resources: Oversee payroll, employee benefits, and the maintenance of our Accounting Policies and Procedures, Employee Handbook, and Conflict-of-Interest documentation.
  • Grant Management: Work with the Grants Manager to oversee contract agreements and ensure accurate reporting of research grants.
  • IT Coordination: Ensure staff computer needs are met by working with third-party IT supplier and managing related invoices.
  • Insurance Management: Oversee all insurance policies, ensuring they cover our expanding needs.
  • Advisory Role: Provide guidance on personnel policies and procedures, including background checks, recruitment, and annual performance reviews.
  • Additional Duties: Take on extra responsibilities as needed to support the team and mission.


Who You Are:


  • You'll bring a proven track record in establishing and managing partnerships, budgets, and financial systems within a non-profit or biotech environment.
  • Your background spans business development, finance, administration, and human resources, making you a versatile and valuable team member.
  • You thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment and are equally comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
  • Your excellent communication skills and attention to detail ensure that you convey information clearly and accurately.
  • You are passionate about the team's mission and bring enthusiasm, integrity, and a collaborative spirit to everything you do.


Qualifications:


  • Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Experience: Minimum 5+ years in nonprofit operations, biotech, and financial roles. Must have experience in the life science / research sectors
  • Expertise in partnership development, financial oversight, grant management, and human resources.
  • A passion to help our client advance transformative treatments for patients with food allergies.


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