Chief Operating Officer - Pharma / Biotech

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  • Global, publically traded business - Cambridge, UK.
  • Pioneering technology - Wearables.
  • Digital products and software used to accelerate the development of treatments for neurological disorders.

Zest Scientific is partnered with a pioneering Digital Health company (publically traded) to identify a Chief Operating Officer based from their Cambridge, UK office.  This is a newly created and transitional role, focused upon identifying a credible leader who can ultimately make the transition into the Chief Executive Officer function.

The existing portfolio and pipeline technologies are speeding up the development of new treatments for neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s, ADHD, Depression and Schizophrenia.  There is an exciting development plan for wearable and smart phone software products used in pharmaceutical research.

The Candidate:

  • Extensive commercial experience gained in the Life Science / Pharmaceutical (R&D / B2B) sector with an understanding of drug development practices.
  • Successful track record in Business Development with a broad network from the Pharma / Biotech sector.
  • Given the transitional nature of the role, this is an expansive leadership challenge requiring strategic vision, gravitas, humility and commercial acumen.
  • It calls for sound leadership exposure gained within a growing business where a strong customer focus and a team delivery ethos are key drivers.
  • You will need to demonstrate exposure to developing and implementing robust strategies for change and growth.
  • A high degree of personal credibility and resilience, along with the enthusiasm and commitment to deliver in a challenging environment.

The Role:

  • Strategically you will support the CEO in terms of positioning the business to meet future demand so that the group continues to deliver sustained profitable expansion.
  • Overseeing commercial and technical function of the business at both strategic and operational level.
  • Provide day-to-day leadership of Business Development activities and lead the Product Steering Committee.
  • Support the Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officer in investor relations and corporate communications.

The Company:

  • Global, publically traded business with UK and US offices.
  • Pioneer in the development of wearable technology in the assessment of brain health.
  • Transitional opportunity with outstanding scope for personal and professional development.
  • High growth business with an innovative product pipeline, developing digital products and software used to accelerate the development of treatments for neurological disorders.

Remuneration:

  • Flexible package in order to attract the right quality of candidate.
  • Share Options.
  • Relocation allowance available.

 

*This is a priority project so please apply now and your details will be reviewed immediately.