Director, Corporate Development

Who we are…

Nuvation Bio is a biopharmaceutical company tackling some of the greatest unmet needs in oncology by developing differentiated and novel therapeutic candidates. Our vision is to significantly change the practice of oncology by developing medicines that provide truly meaningful improvements in quality of life and survival for people with cancer.

What you’ll be doing

The Director, Corporate Development, will lead key activities supporting Nuvation Bio’s business development and investor relations functions. This highly visible role will work directly with the Head of Corporate Development and Investor Relations to support the company’s long-term strategic initiatives and relationships with the investment community.

You will be responsible for…

• Source and evaluate acquisition, in-licensing, out-licensing, and partnership opportunities aligned with Nuvation Bio’s strategic goals.
• Prepare financial analyses including Net Present Value and Discounted Cash Flow models, and effectively communicate learnings in presentations to CFO and Head of Corporate Development & IR.
• Lead cross-functional deal teams in due diligence and valuation analysis. Support the management team in term sheet structuring and negotiation of definitive agreements.
• Support long-range strategic planning and assessment of capital allocation priorities and requirements. Build financial models to assess long-term value of the Company’s internal programs and operating plans.
• Support investor relations, including relationships with equity research analysts and investors.
• Play key role in developing investor messaging. Manage investor conference schedule, roadshow planning, and investor/corporate presentations.
• Partner with corporate communications, including the strategy and execution of IR/PR initiatives and vendor management.
• Assist Head of Corporate Development & Investor Relations with presentations to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors
• Work with other members of the Corporate Development team to support various ad-hoc strategic initiatives within the organization.

What Knowledge & Experience you'll bring to us...

• BS/BA, advanced degree preferred in Science or Business, MBA preferred but not required
• Prior experience in investment banking, management consulting, or corporate strategy within a life sciences organization.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in strategic roles within the life sciences or biopharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated success in leading in-house strategic planning, including program-level strategy and cross-functional alignment.
• Prior experience completing complex financial transactions, including whole-company acquisitions, licensing agreements, and/or equity and debt financings.
• Experience interacting with investors and sell-side analysts highly preferred.
• Excellent Microsoft office skills, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment as part of a high-performing team.

Behavioral skills to be successful...

• Problem-Solver - As an action-oriented self-starter, you’re eager to apply your expertise in diagnosing inefficiencies, determining root causes, and recommending solutions to complex challenges.
• Personable - You establish and nurture highly effective relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders that support and advance project goals and objectives.
• Credible - Thorough understanding of clinical methodologies and providing sound analytical support, you quickly establish credibility as a reliable resource.
• Emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a knack to figure out a way to build something better
• Communication - Effectively listens, conveys, and receives ideas. Maintains a consistent flow of information. A strong presenter and effective communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Accountability - Acts with a clear sense of ownership - whether the task is in their role description. Holds yourself and others accountable to execute all tasks at hand through seen and unforeseen circumstances with high quality and integrity.
• Adaptability - Can manage in an environment of ambiguity. Embraces the change of a new system, process, technology, or idea in the organization. You could reassess priorities, alter goals and take risks.

What we have for you!

• Competitive Base Salary, Bonus, and Equity Plans
• Unlimited Vacation and 10 Sick Days Annually
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401K with Company Matching
• and much more!

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location among other factors. Our full-time regular positions also include an annual performance-based bonus and long-term incentive units (equity) provided as part of our compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

Disclaimer

Nuvation Bio, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Nothing restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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