Global Lead, Business Development & Licensing (BD&L)
Quick answer
The Gates Foundation is hiring a senior Global Lead, Business Development & Licensing (BD&L) based in Seattle, WA, with a compensation range of $238,400 to $369,400 USD.
- Role
- Global Lead, Business Development & Licensing (BD&L)
- Organization
- Gates Foundation
- Location
- Seattle, WA, United States
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $238,400 to $369,400 USD
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The Global Lead, Business Development & Licensing (BD&L) role at the Gates Foundation involves supporting the foundation’s PST goals to identify and evaluate strategic business partners and licensing opportunities, with a focus on digital partnerships with technology companies.
What you'll do
- Help structure and co-lead agreement transactions
- Leverage digital experience to develop and lead business development strategies
- Act as the point of contact to organize and help lead agreement transaction teams
- Facilitate high-quality opportunity assessments and due diligence reviews
- Lead partner review and collaboration of the development of agreement recommendation documents
- Evaluate key inputs for commercial prospects and strategies
What it takes
- Significant leadership experience in business development and licensing
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree, plus 10+ years of demonstrated experience
- Preference for experience in more than one functional area in a multi-national technology company
- Preference for experience licensing and implementing public good data sets
- Significant track record of leading and negotiating successful technology-related transactions
- Experience negotiating with multi-national corporations and companies based in low- and middle-income countries
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums, generous paid time off, paid family leave, foundation-paid retirement contribution, regional holidays, and opportunities to engage in several employee communities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Seattle, WA, United States, and is on-site.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $238,400 to $369,400 USD.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include significant leadership experience in business development and licensing, experience in digital technology industry, and negotiating technology-related transactions.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the PCDN.Global job posting and follow the instructions provided.
How to apply
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