Senior Business Development Manager - EU Central and Northern at 4basebio

About 4basebio

4basebio is at the forefront of one of the most transformative areas in biotechnology: Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT). Our mission is to enable the next generation of life-saving genetic medicines through the manufacture and supply of premium quality synthetic DNA, produced via a proprietary, enzymatic, cell-free process. Unlike traditional plasmid-based methods, our platform delivers greater safety, speed, and scalability, unlocking critical efficiencies for CGT innovators.

As a trusted CDMO partner to leading biotech and pharmaceutical companies, we empower breakthroughs in cell and gene therapy, mRNA vaccines, gene editing, and other advanced modalities. At 4basebio, you’ll be part of a company where cutting-edge science translates into real-world impact, transforming patient outcomes and shaping the future of medicine.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager to lead and drive commercial growth across the Central and Northern Europe region. You will play a pivotal role in expanding 4basebio’s footprint in the CGT landscape by identifying, qualifying, and securing new business while deepening relationships with existing biotech and pharmaceutical customers.

This is a field-based role with regular site visits, participation in regional trade shows, and periodic international travel, including to our UK headquarters. You’ll be instrumental in establishing 4basebio as the go-to synthetic DNA partner in a dynamic and rapidly evolving market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of technical sales experience in CGT or biologics CDMO/CMO services, ideally involving the sales of plasmid DNA, mRNA, viral vectors, or cell therapy manufacturing services.
• Deep knowledge of synthetic biology and gene therapy workflows, including GMP manufacturing and regulatory considerations.
• Well-established network of contacts in key biotech hubs across pharma and biotech.
• Proven success introducing disruptive technologies into complex life science markets.
• Extensive experience with the use of Salesforce or similar CRM software systems
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in English required; a second European language is an advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a territory business plan to achieve quarterly and annual sales goals.
• Identify, qualify and win new business opportunities across biotech and pharmaceutical accounts in your territory.
• Build a robust customer base and opportunity pipeline by leveraging your network, prospecting, and attending industry events.
• Champion 4basebio’s synthetic DNA platform and drive adoption of synthetic DNA by presenting technical and commercial value propositions to R&D scientists, manufacturing leads, and C-suite executives.
• Coordinate technical deep-dives with internal subject matter experts (SMEs) to support and progress customer evaluations.
• Manage complex customer relationships and efficiently guide clients through the transition from plasmid DNA to synthetic DNA.
• Represent 4basebio at regional, national and international conferences and trade shows to generate new leads and enhance brand visibility.
• Serve as the voice of the customer (VOC) to inform internal product development and strategic planning.
• Stay current on CGT industry trends, scientific advances, and regulatory developments.
• Provide detailed and accurate sales forecasts and maintain up-to-date CRM records, quotes, and account strategies.
• Frequent travel (weekly) within the territory to visit develop new customer relationships and support key accounts. This is a field sales-based role with the expectation to travel in the field at least 50% of the time.

Why Join 4basebio?

At 4basebio, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team united by a passion for innovation and the belief that our work can profoundly impact patient lives. We foster a collaborative, agile, and supportive environment where your contributions are valued and where you’ll have the autonomy and resources to thrive.

We are growing rapidly and invite you to join us at a pivotal time as we reshape the DNA manufacturing landscape for advanced therapies.

Working Conditions

• Remote field-based role
• Frequent travel within Europe to support customer engagement.
• Occasional travel to company HQ (Cambridge, UK) and major industry events.
• Comfortable collaborating virtually across time zones with UK-based teams.

If you're a self-starter with deep biotech experience and a passion for transformative science, we’d love to hear from you. Join 4basebio and help accelerate the future of synthetic DNA.