Jobs in Japan
Explore hand-picked jobs in Japan for English speakers across tech, education, marketing, and more.
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Explore hand-picked jobs in Japan for English speakers across tech, education, marketing, and more.
Vetted companies only. Apply from overseas.
PfizerIn this role, you will independently identify, evaluate, and drive new business opportunities including partnerships, licensing (in/out), acquisitions, and divestitures. You will lead end-to-end deal processes including evaluation, valuation, negotiation, due diligence, contracting, and post-deal alliance management. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams to assess strategic fit, feasibility, and business rationale. You will monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and market dynamics to inform BD strategy and opportunity creation. You will manage multiple BD projects concurrently with high autonomy in a fast-paced, lean organizational setting. You will represent Pfizer as a credible counterpart in external partner discussions and negotiations. You will support the BD Lead in shaping and executing Pfizer Japan’s BD strategy and long-term growth initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in business development in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry. Proven track record of independently leading BD deals through successful closure. Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. Experience working cross-functionally. Deep understanding of the Japanese pharmaceutical industry and regulatory environment. Solid understanding of deal structures, contracts, and negotiations. Fluency in both Japanese and English. High sense of confidentiality and ethics.
MBA or advanced degree. Experience working in a global matrix organization. Experience in alliance management or post-deal integration. Strong project management and problem-solving capabilities. Flexibility, adaptability, and ability to manage ambiguity. Proven ability to engage directly and effectively with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits programs designed to meet the diverse needs of our colleagues. We promote health and wellness to help colleagues maintain and improve their physical and mental wellbeing. We strengthen colleagues’ financial security by providing company contributions to retirement plans, life insurance, and financial planning education to help colleagues achieve their financial goals. We provide benefits and time off for the moments that matter to ensure Pfizer colleagues have the time away from the office to recharge, recover, and return to work as the best version of themselves.
