Strategic Investor/Co-Founder for Saudi Healthcare Venture

Seeking a strategic investor and potential co-founder to establish a pioneering healthcare venture in Saudi Arabia. This opportunity involves bringing breakthrough immunotherapy technology from a European clinical-stage biotech company to the Saudi market. The ideal candidate will bridge business leadership and healthcare domain expertise while navigating the Saudi regulatory landscape.

Investment Requirement

• Capital commitment of $5-7 million USD
• Funds will support market entry, regulatory approvals, clinical partnerships, and initial operations
• Investment structure negotiable (equity, phased investment)

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive network within Saudi healthcare ecosystem, including regulatory authorities, medical institutions, and investor communities
• Proven track record in healthcare venture development or pharmaceutical business operations in Saudi Arabia
• Demonstrated ability to secure and structure complex healthcare partnerships
• Experience navigating SFDA approval processes for novel therapeutics
• Strong understanding of Saudi Vision 2030 healthcare initiatives and localization requirements
• Familiarity with oncology treatment landscape in Saudi Arabia and GCC region
• Previous successful healthcare investments or ventures within the Kingdom

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business development and regulatory strategy for Saudi market entry
• Build and maintain relationships with key healthcare stakeholders
• Structure and potentially lead the Saudi operation
• Secure necessary regulatory approvals and institutional partnerships
• Drive localization strategy aligned with Saudi healthcare priorities
• Collaborate with European R&D team on technology transfer
• Develop commercialization roadmap for the Saudi and broader GCC market

Candidate Attributes

• Strategic vision and entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong commercial acumen with focus on healthcare value delivery
• Diplomatic negotiation skills and cross-cultural communication abilities
• Commitment to advancing healthcare innovation in Saudi Arabia
• Professional presence and credibility with C-suite healthcare executives
• Ability to translate complex scientific value propositions to business stakeholders