Vice President of Business Development

Position OverviewThe Vice President of Business Development is responsible for driving new business growth and strategic partnerships for the agency. This role leads the identification, pursuit, and acquisition of new pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare clients while strengthening the agency's market presence and revenue pipeline. The VP will report to the CEO and collaborate with executive leadership, strategy, and creative teams to develop compelling solutions that address client needs and support long-term agency growth.NOTE: Candidates in the TriState Area (NJ/NYC/Local PA) are highly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Growth & Revenue GenerationIdentify, pursue, and secure new client opportunities across pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare sectorsDevelop and manage a robust pipeline of prospective clients and partnershipsLead RFI/RFP responses and pitch development with cross-functional teamsMeet or exceed annual revenue and new business targetsClient Acquisition & Relationship BuildingBuild and maintain relationships with senior marketing and commercial leaders within pharma and life sciences organizationsRepresent the agency at industry conferences, networking events, and client meetingsDevelop long-term strategic partnerships that generate sustainable revenue growthStrategic LeadershipPartner with executive leadership to define growth strategy and priority target accountsProvide market intelligence on industry trends, client needs, and competitive positioningCollaborate with strategy, creative, medical, and account teams to shape compelling client solutionsPitch & Proposal LeadershipLead the development of pitch strategies and storytelling that highlight the agency's capabilitiesCoordinate internal teams to produce high-impact presentations and proposalsGuide contract negotiations and onboarding of new clientsMarket DevelopmentIdentify emerging opportunities in digital health, biotech launches, patient engagement, and omnichannel marketingStrengthen the agency's reputation within the healthcare marketing ecosystemQualifications5+ years of business development, sales, or client growth experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare marketing/advertisingProven track record of winning and growing multi-million-dollar client relationshipsDeep understanding of the pharma commercialization and marketing landscapeExperience leading agency pitches and RFP processesStrong executive presence and relationship-building skillsExcellent presentation, negotiation, and strategic thinking abilitiesBachelor's degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferredKey Success MetricsAnnual new business revenue generatedNumber and quality of new client relationships establishedPitch win rate and pipeline growthStrategic partnerships developed within the pharma ecosystemWe offer a competitive compensation package, health benefits/perks, discretionary annual bonus, 401(k) plan with 50% match, and opportunities for growth.NPG Health is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.