About the role A unique opportunity has arisen to join our Business Services team in Montreal, Canada. This hybrid role requires attendance in the office three days per week. We are looking for a commercially astute and scientifically credible Business Services Manager to lead strategic proposal development and drive cross‑functional commercial alignment. Working closely with Business Development, Contracts and the wider Scientific team you will translate complex scientific content into clear, compelling and commercially viable proposals and scopes of work. Strong understanding of drug development and the commercialisation of scientific concepts is essential. Experience within a drug discovery and/or drug development environment, gained within a biotech, CRO, CDMO or pharmaceutical setting, is preferred. Main duties and responsibilities Manage the end‑to‑end development of scientific proposals, ensuring clarity, accuracy and customer focus Coordinate input from scientific Subject Matter Experts, Business Development, Contracts and Operations Integrate content from multiple authors into consistent, high‑quality proposal documents and presentations Support Business Development teams in shaping customer‑focused value propositions and proposal messaging Participate in customer calls and internal meetings to clarify opportunities and support proposal development Facilitate internal proposal review meetings and track actions to ensure delivery to deadlines Collaborate with Contracts to provide scientific context during commercial negotiations Ensure proposals are accurately documented and managed within NetSuite Lead the preparation of formal project scopes and ensure effective handover to Operations Build strong internal relationships and promote a collaborative, consultative approach Key requirements Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (Master’s, PhD or MBA desirable) 3–5+ years’ relevant experience in a drug discovery or drug development environment Strong understanding of drug discovery and commercialisation of scientific concepts Proven experience developing complex scientific or technical proposals Highly organised, capable of managing multiple proposals simultaneously Detail‑oriented and delivery‑focused Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confidence working cross‑functionally with senior stakeholders Benefits Full‑time permanent position Health and dental care insurance plan Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance Life insurance Three weeks vacation RRSP employer’s matching program Telehealth program Casual dress code Flexible schedule Personal days On‑site free parking Continuing training Career development #J-18808-Ljbffr