Business Development Jobs at AbbVie with Visa Sponsorship
AbbVie hires Business Development professionals to identify licensing opportunities, manage partnerships, and support pipeline growth across therapeutic areas like oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. The company has an established track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified candidates in this function, making it a realistic target for international job seekers.
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Company Description
About AbbVie
At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products. Our aesthetics portfolio includes facial injectables, body contouring, plastics, skin care, and more. Our goal is to consistently provide our customers with innovation, education, exceptional service, and a commitment to excellence, all with a personal touch. For more information, visit https://global.allerganaesthetics.com/. Follow Allergan Aesthetics on LinkedIn.
Job Description
Purpose:
Business Development Manager (BDM) represents the Facial Aesthetics product portfolio to targeted aesthetic customers within a designated geographical area. Responsible for creating product acceptance and enhancing portfolio growth through business development activities. The BDM provides technical product and procedure expertise as well as competitive product differentiation. Assigned sales goals are obtained through creative, consultative selling and implementation of the U.S. Sales/Marketing plan.
Responsibilities
- The Business Development Manager leverages resources to accelerate the adoption and sales growth of the Facial Aesthetics portfolio which includes for BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVEDERM® Collection of fillers, and Kybella® brands. Synergistically works and coordinates activities with other Allergan Aesthetics cross portfolio partners and support teams. Complies with required reporting, requests, and compliance policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in health, sciences, pharmacy or business-related field preferred or relevant and equivalent industry experience required.
- Minimum of 3+ years of sales experience required with business to business to consumer (B2B2C) sales experience preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of general marketing principles and concepts within the healthcare environment. Experience and knowledge of inner workings of a physicians practice.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong business acumen and analytical skills. Proven record of driving sales execution. Effective consultative support. Strong problem solving and resolution skillset. Ability to develop key strategies and execute.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Strong contract and negotiating skills. Financial and budgetary experience.
- Ability to travel and be in the field four days a week.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Proficiency on excel, word, power point and other software skills.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html

Company Description
About AbbVie
At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products. Our aesthetics portfolio includes facial injectables, body contouring, plastics, skin care, and more. Our goal is to consistently provide our customers with innovation, education, exceptional service, and a commitment to excellence, all with a personal touch. For more information, visit https://global.allerganaesthetics.com/. Follow Allergan Aesthetics on LinkedIn.
Job Description
Purpose:
Business Development Manager (BDM) represents the Facial Aesthetics product portfolio to targeted aesthetic customers within a designated geographical area. Responsible for creating product acceptance and enhancing portfolio growth through business development activities. The BDM provides technical product and procedure expertise as well as competitive product differentiation. Assigned sales goals are obtained through creative, consultative selling and implementation of the U.S. Sales/Marketing plan.
Responsibilities
- The Business Development Manager leverages resources to accelerate the adoption and sales growth of the Facial Aesthetics portfolio which includes for BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVEDERM® Collection of fillers, and Kybella® brands. Synergistically works and coordinates activities with other Allergan Aesthetics cross portfolio partners and support teams. Complies with required reporting, requests, and compliance policies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in health, sciences, pharmacy or business-related field preferred or relevant and equivalent industry experience required.
- Minimum of 3+ years of sales experience required with business to business to consumer (B2B2C) sales experience preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of general marketing principles and concepts within the healthcare environment. Experience and knowledge of inner workings of a physicians practice.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong business acumen and analytical skills. Proven record of driving sales execution. Effective consultative support. Strong problem solving and resolution skillset. Ability to develop key strategies and execute.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Strong contract and negotiating skills. Financial and budgetary experience.
- Ability to travel and be in the field four days a week.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Proficiency on excel, word, power point and other software skills.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
- The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
- We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
- This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Frame your BD experience around therapeutic focus areas
AbbVie's Business Development hiring centers on specific portfolios like oncology, immunology, and aesthetics. Tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight deal experience or partnership work that maps directly to those therapeutic areas, not just generic BD skills.
Verify your visa category before applying
AbbVie sponsors multiple visa types including H-1B, E-3, TN, and F-1 OPT. Knowing which category applies to your situation lets you have an informed conversation with their recruitment team early, rather than discovering a mismatch after an offer is extended.
Target roles that align with your degree field
H-1B and E-3 specialty occupation requirements mean your academic background needs to connect to the role. Business Development positions at a pharma company often require life sciences or business degrees, so make that connection explicit in your application materials.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open BD roles that sponsor
Searching for sponsorship-friendly BD roles at large pharma companies manually is slow. Use Migrate Mate to filter AbbVie's Business Development openings by visa type so you only spend time on roles that match your authorization situation.
Understand PERM timing if you're targeting permanent residency
If your goal is an EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card, ask the recruiter when PERM sponsorship typically begins for Business Development hires. PERM labor market testing has strict DOL timelines, and starting that conversation during the offer stage saves months of delays later.
Request an early HR screening to confirm sponsorship scope
AbbVie's Business Development roles span alliance management, licensing, and M&A strategy, each with different internal budget approval processes for sponsorship. Confirming sponsorship eligibility for the specific sub-function during the initial HR call avoids wasted interview rounds.
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Find Business Development at AbbVie JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does AbbVie sponsor H-1B visas for Business Developments?
Yes, AbbVie sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Business Development roles. The position needs to meet USCIS specialty occupation standards, which generally means a direct relationship between the role's duties and a specific bachelor's-level field such as life sciences, finance, or business. Confirming this fit early in the recruitment process helps avoid complications once an offer is made.
How do I apply for Business Development jobs at AbbVie?
Applications go through AbbVie's careers portal, where you can search by function and location. For international candidates, Migrate Mate lets you filter AbbVie's open Business Development positions by visa sponsorship type so you can focus on roles that match your authorization status before submitting. Tailoring your application to AbbVie's therapeutic focus areas improves your chances of getting screened.
Which visa types does AbbVie commonly sponsor for Business Development roles?
AbbVie sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, and TN visas for nonimmigrant work authorization, along with F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates. For candidates pursuing permanent residency, EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through PERM is also available. The right category depends on your nationality, degree, and the specific role's requirements.
What qualifications does AbbVie typically expect for Business Development hires?
AbbVie's Business Development roles typically require backgrounds in life sciences combined with commercial or finance experience. Positions focused on licensing and alliance management often expect prior pharma or biotech deal exposure. Advanced degrees such as an MBA or a graduate science degree are common, particularly for roles that involve evaluating clinical-stage assets or negotiating partnership structures.
How do I plan my timeline if I need H-1B sponsorship for an AbbVie BD role?
The H-1B cap lottery opens in March each year for an October 1 start date, so timing your offer and acceptance matters. If you're on F-1 OPT, you have a 60-day grace period after employment ends to secure a new sponsor. Raising the sponsorship conversation with AbbVie's recruiting team before the final interview stage gives both sides enough lead time to coordinate USCIS filing deadlines.
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