Director of Business Development & Acquisitions, Analytics and Operations

AbbVie

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
North Chicago, IL
Salary
$182,000–$346,000 / yr
Posted
76 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Jun 26, 2126

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $264k
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This role pays more than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $180,250–$263,600 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $264k versus about $222k for comparable roles.

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

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TL;DR · Director of Business Development & Acquisitions, Analytics and Operations

The Director of Business Development & Acquisitions - Analytics and Operations joins the Corporate Business and Strategy Office to drive the execution of the organization's business development strategy. This dual mandate role involves managing the operational rhythm of the department while building AI-enabled analytics to accelerate dealmaking. The successful candidate will design and deploy advanced analytics, machine learning, and automated screening models to synthesize market, scientific, and financial data into actionable insights. Key responsibilities include coordinating cross-functional teams across R&D, Finance, and Legal, managing high-stakes projects, and streamlining transaction processes. To succeed, the individual must possess strong financial acumen, experience in drug development and regulatory processes, and the ability to leverage automation for strategic decision-making. The role focuses on improving deal speed and rigor within the pharmaceutical portfolio through data-driven intelligence and improved operational workflows.

What you'll do

  • Design and deploy AI-enabled analytics tools to improve deal process speed, standardization, and peer analysis.
  • Synthesize market, scientific, and financial data into actionable insights for leadership using machine learning and advanced analytics.
  • Manage the BD&A operating rhythm including staff meetings, annual planning, goal tracking, and project follow-through.
  • Act as a cross-functional integrator between R&D, Finance, Legal, and Commercial teams during active deal negotiations.
  • Prepare executive-level content and narratives to brief leadership on deal opportunities and strategic priorities.
  • Triage and track inbound M&A and partnering opportunities from external investment banks and venture capital firms.
  • Drive the adoption of AI tools across the department by establishing training, best practices, and governance.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans to identify departmental capability gaps and improve internal operational processes.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Advanced degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, MBA) preferred.
  • Experience with a Bachelor's, 8+ with a Master's, or 6+ with a PhD driving large cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong understanding of the drug development, regulatory, and commercialization process for evaluating pharmaceutical opportunities.
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage AI, machine learning, automation, or advanced analytics to support strategic decision-making.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead large cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
  • Strong communication skills to convey strategies and recommendations to executive-level audiences.
  • Strong financial acumen and analytical skills to understand financial evaluations and drive fact-based decisions.
  • Ability to lead a team directly (preferred).

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