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IQVIA hires Development Directors to lead client relationships, delivery teams, and strategic accounts across its life sciences consulting business. The company has an established sponsorship process for this function, supporting candidates across multiple work visa categories from initial offer through long-term status maintenance.
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INTRODUCTION
The Associate Business Development Director works collaboratively with other colleagues to increase sales of IQVIA’s Safety and Regulatory services and technology within the life sciences industry. Responsibilities include full cycle sales including: target identification, securing and managing client meetings, listening and understanding client needs, addressing client concerns/objections, managing Subject Matter Experts in defining opportunities, proposing solutions, negotiating, obtaining SOWs and closing the deal. Our Sales Professionals are expected to quickly develop credibility with customers/prospects and build trust through professionalism and knowledge of services and products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prospect accounts focusing on Safety and Regulatory products and services
- Identify and develop new accounts and follow up on existing leads
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with key target accounts
- Manage assigned accounts to generate both incremental and repeatable annual business
- Initiate and manage RFI and RFP process and negotiate terms for all account programs and projects
- Work collaboratively with the Professional Services Organization to ensure a complete and professional delivery of software and service solutions
- Expand sale of product portfolio in the Safety and Regulatory market
- Collaborate with Executives and SMEs to maximize account coverage
- Maintain knowledgeable understanding of changing regulatory guidelines and mandates affecting the industry community
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must demonstrate a sustained (6+ years) and successful track record selling professional services to Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, and/or Clinical Research Organizations
- Demonstrated track record of success working with senior level management in a fast-paced growth environment is essential
- Full sales cycle experience is required: Prospect, Identify Opportunities, Propose Solutions (writing proposals), Negotiate, Close
- Strong written and verbal English skills, quality-oriented proposal writing and proposal management experience
- Ambitious, driven and self-motivated personality adaptable to a fast-paced high volume and high velocity sales organization
- Bachelor’s degree or higher required
- Willing to travel throughout the US, estimated up to 50%
- Reside in the greater Boston area, NY & NJ area, VA/DC metro area or CA
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess an understanding of the regulatory pharmacovigilance process for both pre-marketed and post-marketed stages of a product
- Selling drug safety consulting services and products
- Experience working with Regulatory Affairs Departments, Product Safety related departments, or Regulatory Submissions
- Background in Software as a Service (SaaS) market
- Experience with data-mining or statistical signal detection products
LOCATION:
Location: US – Greater Boston area, NY/NJ, VA/DC Metro, CA areas
COMPENSATION:
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $89,600.00 - $249,600.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

INTRODUCTION
The Associate Business Development Director works collaboratively with other colleagues to increase sales of IQVIA’s Safety and Regulatory services and technology within the life sciences industry. Responsibilities include full cycle sales including: target identification, securing and managing client meetings, listening and understanding client needs, addressing client concerns/objections, managing Subject Matter Experts in defining opportunities, proposing solutions, negotiating, obtaining SOWs and closing the deal. Our Sales Professionals are expected to quickly develop credibility with customers/prospects and build trust through professionalism and knowledge of services and products.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prospect accounts focusing on Safety and Regulatory products and services
- Identify and develop new accounts and follow up on existing leads
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with key target accounts
- Manage assigned accounts to generate both incremental and repeatable annual business
- Initiate and manage RFI and RFP process and negotiate terms for all account programs and projects
- Work collaboratively with the Professional Services Organization to ensure a complete and professional delivery of software and service solutions
- Expand sale of product portfolio in the Safety and Regulatory market
- Collaborate with Executives and SMEs to maximize account coverage
- Maintain knowledgeable understanding of changing regulatory guidelines and mandates affecting the industry community
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must demonstrate a sustained (6+ years) and successful track record selling professional services to Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, and/or Clinical Research Organizations
- Demonstrated track record of success working with senior level management in a fast-paced growth environment is essential
- Full sales cycle experience is required: Prospect, Identify Opportunities, Propose Solutions (writing proposals), Negotiate, Close
- Strong written and verbal English skills, quality-oriented proposal writing and proposal management experience
- Ambitious, driven and self-motivated personality adaptable to a fast-paced high volume and high velocity sales organization
- Bachelor’s degree or higher required
- Willing to travel throughout the US, estimated up to 50%
- Reside in the greater Boston area, NY & NJ area, VA/DC metro area or CA
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess an understanding of the regulatory pharmacovigilance process for both pre-marketed and post-marketed stages of a product
- Selling drug safety consulting services and products
- Experience working with Regulatory Affairs Departments, Product Safety related departments, or Regulatory Submissions
- Background in Software as a Service (SaaS) market
- Experience with data-mining or statistical signal detection products
LOCATION:
Location: US – Greater Boston area, NY/NJ, VA/DC Metro, CA areas
COMPENSATION:
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $89,600.00 - $249,600.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
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Frame your credentials for specialty occupation review
IQVIA's Development Director roles typically require a degree in life sciences, business, or a related field. Make sure your transcripts and any foreign credential evaluations explicitly map your degree to the role's specialty occupation classification before USCIS scrutinizes the petition.
Target IQVIA's therapeutic area hiring cycles
Development Director openings at IQVIA cluster around specific therapeutic areas and fiscal planning periods. Research which practice areas are actively expanding, then tailor your application to show direct experience in oncology, real-world evidence, or the vertical they're currently building out.
Clarify sponsorship scope before offer negotiations
IQVIA sponsors multiple visa types for this role, but coverage of Green Card-related costs varies by hire and level. Ask the recruiter directly which PERM-related expenses the company covers before you're at the offer stage, not after.
Align your start date with H-1B cap timelines
If you're cap-subject, USCIS opens H-1B registration in March for an October 1 start. Confirm with your IQVIA recruiter that the offer timeline accommodates this window, and ask whether premium processing is available to compress the wait after selection.
Use Migrate Mate to surface active IQVIA openings
Development Director roles at IQVIA are spread across service lines and geographies, making them easy to miss on general job boards. Search Migrate Mate to filter specifically for IQVIA positions that have an active sponsorship history for this role and visa type.
Document client-facing leadership for TN and EB-2 filings
TN and EB-2 petitions for consulting roles require clear evidence that the position demands professional-level judgment, not just project management. Build a record of signed client deliverables, P&L ownership, or named account responsibility before your employer initiates the filing.
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Find Development Director at IQVIA JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does IQVIA sponsor H-1B visas for Development Directors?
Yes, IQVIA sponsors H-1B visas for Development Director roles. The company works with immigration counsel to file petitions on behalf of selected candidates. If you're cap-subject, your offer needs to align with the USCIS registration window each March, with employment typically beginning October 1. IQVIA also supports H-1B renewals and transfers for employees already holding the status.
How do I apply for Development Director jobs at IQVIA?
Applications go through IQVIA's careers portal, where Development Director openings are listed by service line and region. You can also find and filter IQVIA roles by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify positions where sponsorship is actively supported. Tailor your resume to reflect the specific therapeutic area or account management focus listed in the job description.
Which visa types does IQVIA commonly use for Development Director roles?
IQVIA sponsors H-1B visas for most international hires in this function. The company also supports TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying consulting roles, F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates entering at the director level, and EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for longer-term employees. The right visa type depends on your nationality, degree, and where you are in your career.
What qualifications does IQVIA expect for a Development Director?
Most Development Director roles at IQVIA expect a bachelor's degree in life sciences, health economics, or business, with a master's or MBA common at the senior level. You'll also need demonstrated experience managing client accounts or delivery teams in a contract research, consulting, or pharmaceutical services context. Specialty occupation documentation matters for visa purposes, so your degree field and job duties need to align clearly.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for this role at IQVIA?
Timeline depends on visa type. H-1B sponsorship for cap-subject candidates follows USCIS's annual cycle, meaning a March registration and October start date at the earliest. Premium processing can shorten adjudication to about 15 business days after selection. TN sponsorship is faster and can be completed at a port of entry. PERM-based Green Card filings run 18 to 36 months depending on DOL processing backlogs and your priority date.
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