Client Development Associate

Client Development Associate – Best Practices Location: Remote (US) — Preference for candidates in the Raleigh–Durham/Triangle area to support onboarding, collaboration, and in‑person development sessions. Industry: Life Sciences / Biopharma / Decision IntelligenceAbout the OpportunityBest Practices helps Medical Affairs and Launch leaders make better, faster, more evidence‑driven decisions by combining shared intelligence, structured data, and cross‑company insights. The Client Development Associate plays a foundational role in this mission by opening thoughtful conversations with leaders across major pharmaceutical, biotech, and Fortune 500 organizations.This is an exceptional opportunity for early‑career professionals who want meaningful exposure to senior stakeholders, industry frameworks, and the inner workings of Medical Affairs, Launch, Commercial, and Market Access teams. Team members based in the Triangle will have opportunities for periodic in‑person collaboration and accelerated coaching.What You’ll DoResearch prospective clients across Medical Affairs, Launch, Commercial, and Market Access to understand decision contexts and emerging needs.Conduct targeted outreach (calls, emails, LinkedIn) to introduce Best Practices’ consortium and database as strategic entry points into broader decision‑intelligence conversations.Secure introductory meetings and support early‑stage qualification by asking thoughtful, insight‑driven questions.Capture and structure intelligence from conversations to support pattern recognition and opportunity shaping.Maintain a disciplined pipeline with accurate CRM documentation.Prepare pre‑meeting briefs and coordinate logistics for senior‑level conversations.Support account management by tracking follow‑ups and identifying opportunities for expanded engagement.Assist in preparing proposals, capability materials, and consortium communications.What You’ll GainDirect exposure to senior leaders at major pharmaceutical, biotech, and Fortune 500 companies.Coaching in insight‑led outreach, narrative discipline, and decision‑intelligence principles.Deep understanding of Medical Affairs and Launch dynamics.A clear career path into consultative business development, client strategy, or account leadership.Additional in‑person development opportunities for candidates based in the Triangle.What We’re Looking ForBachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, healthcare, or related field.Strong communication skills and professional presence.Curiosity about biopharma operations and how decisions get made.Comfort with outreach and engaging senior stakeholders.Strong organization, follow‑through, and attention to detail.Compensation & Career GrowthBest Practices offers a competitive base salary with performance‑based incentives tied to meetings secured, opportunities advanced, and client relationships strengthened. High‑performing Associates gain accelerated exposure to senior leaders and clear pathways into more consultative roles as they build judgment and industry fluency.