Maxis Clinical Sciences - Global Licensing Manager

Hiring Global Licensing Manager for a Pharma brand

Location: Gurgaon

Reports to: Managing Director /WTD

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Global Licensing Manager Existing /New Products to lead the identification, evaluation, negotiation, and acquisition of licensing opportunities in line with the companys global growth strategy. This role will focus on early to late-stage pipeline assets, New Formulation Generic Products and commercialized products in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

- Opportunity Identification: Identify and evaluate global out -licensing and co-development opportunities for new pharmaceutical products across therapeutic areas, including NCE, branded, specialty, and generic products.

- Market & Portfolio Assessment: Conduct commercial assessments and fit-gap analyses to align new products with strategic portfolio objectives and market needs.

- Due Diligence: Lead cross-functional due diligence efforts with internal stakeholders (R&D, Regulatory, Legal, IP, Medical Affairs, and Commercial) to assess licensing opportunities.

- Negotiation & Deal Making: Structure, negotiate, and finalize licensing, co-marketing, distribution, and collaboration agreements globally.

- Alliance Management: Support ongoing partnership management and post-deal integration, ensuring long-term value creation from in-licensed products. Represent the company at global partnering events, industry conferences (e.g., BIO, CPhI, JPM), and maintain relationships with potential licensors and industry stakeholders.

- Market Intelligence: Monitor global pharma trends, competitor pipelines, M&A/licensing activity, and therapeutic landscape to guide strategy.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Master degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or related field; MBA or advanced degree (PhD, MSc) preferred.

- 6-10 years of experience in licensing, business development, or strategic partnerships within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.

- Proven track record in executing global licensing deals (in-licensing or out-licensing).

- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical development lifecycle, regulatory pathways, and commercial models.

- Experience with valuation modeling, term sheet development, and contract negotiations.

- Global exposure and understanding of regulatory and market dynamics in key geographies (US, EU, Asia, LATAM, MENA).

Skills & Competencies:

- Strategic mind-set with strong analytical and commercial acumen.

- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across cross-functional and international teams.

- Ability to manage multiple complex projects and prioritize effectively.

- High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.

- Ability to understand and negotiate agreements with basic legal acumen.