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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.
PfizerAt Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Our business development and strategic planning serve as our corporate representative in crucial negotiations, enabling us to deliver breakthroughs that transform patients' lives. We seek dedicated colleagues who can tackle challenges head-on and devise innovative solutions to fulfill our mission. Your role is vital in navigating important discussions that impact our ability to achieve significant advancements in healthcare. In 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; monitor industry trends, competitive activity, and market dynamics to inform BD strategy and opportunity creation; manage multiple BD projects concurrently with high autonomy in a fast-paced, lean organizational setting; and represent Pfizer as a credible counterpart in external partner discussions and negotiations. You will also 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.
- Health and disability insurance, preventative health programs, medical screenings, free or reduced-cost vaccinations, discounts on Pfizer products, mental health support, nutrition and fitness counseling, and more. - Company contributions to retirement plans, life insurance, and financial planning education. - Vacation, holiday time, sick time, 12 week parental leave policy for both parents of a new born, 10 day of caregiver leave, bereavement leave, and additional country-specific programs. - Depending on country and site, childcare facilities or discount programs, on-site health and/or fitness centers, movement and mindfulness solutions, and work flexibility.
