Executive Director, M&A and Business Development

Working at Horizon is more than a job - it's personal. For us, success is measured by the numbers that matter most - the number of lives we touch, the number we change and those we work tirelessly to help save. We're a team of agile, out-of-the-box thinkers who are inspired to do more because we know we're a part of something bigger. We strive to build meaningful careers at a company whose values we share because when we live up to our potential, we help others live up to theirs.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a leading member of a dynamic M&A and Business Development team focused on the evaluation of innovative assets and companies, that have the potential to complement Horizon's existing portfolio
• Working closely with a broad cross-functional team (including External Innovation, Commercial Development, and Technical Operations), leading the team through the evaluation and execution of complex and fast-moving M&A and licensing opportunities
• Collaborate with the cross-functional team on the extensive opportunity search activities, inclusive of establishing and maintaining relationships with counterparts in other organizations and with 3rd party advisors and consultants
• Communicate the status of ongoing deals to key internal stakeholders on a timely basis, including preparation of opportunity assessments and summaries for executive-level audiences. Deliver oral and written presentations to senior management to inform decision making
• Take a leading role in the development and mentorship of the broader M&A and Business Development team, ensuring we continue to deepen the talent pool and develop high-quality professionals

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• BA/BS in a related area. PhD, Masters in Science, or MD preferred
• 10+ year's industry experience with documented success to include previous small company biotech and/or pharmaceutical and/or healthcare experience.
• Significant experience, leadership, and success in all aspects of M&A, business development, and licensing, with a particular focus on leading, negotiating, and closing deals (Deal Sheet required)
• Proven ability to manage highly complex and dynamic processes
• Strong interpersonal and people/team management skills, ranging from project management to talent development
• Professional, proactive demeanor.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires approximately 20%+ travel, including some overnight and weekend commitments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Horizon Core Values & Competencies:

Growth

• Manages Ambiguity
• Strategic Mindset
• Demonstrates Self-awareness
• Cultivates Innovation
• Develops Talent

Accountability

• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability
• Decision Quality

Transparency

• Courage
• Collaboration
• Instills Trust

Horizon requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated, as a condition of employment, with either Pfizer (fully approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration), Moderna or Johnson & Johnson (currently granted emergency-use authorization by the FDA). "Fully vaccinated" is defined as two weeks after your final dose of the Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Horizon will provide medical and religious accommodations as required by law.

Horizon Therapeutics plc does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Any individual, who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing this application or at any time during the application process, should contact the Human Resources Department.