Investment Manager BIVF Europe (m/w/d)

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

Tasks & responsibilities

• Contribute to BIVF's investment strategy and thematic priorities, informed by emerging scientific, technology, market and financing trends.

• Proactively source high-quality opportunities through relationships with entrepreneurs, biotech executives, academics, venture investors, technology transfer offices and other innovation partners.

• Lead the scientific, strategic, commercial and financial assessment of potential investments, including company, asset, market, competitive, financing and exit considerations.

• Build and coordinate cross-functional due diligence teams; translate findings into clear investment theses, key risks, value-creation plans and recommendations for the Investment Committee.

• Develop financing strategies and financial models; assess capitalization, ownership, dilution, syndicate composition and future funding needs; negotiate term sheets, governance rights and transaction documentation.

• Prepare high-quality investment papers and present opportunities and recommendations to senior stakeholders and the Investment Committee.

• Actively manage portfolio companies, including serving as Board Director or Board Observer where appropriate, and support strategy, financing, organizational development, partnering and exit planning.

• Monitor portfolio performance and risks, support follow-on and business development decisions, connect companies with relevant Boehringer Ingelheim expertise, and represent BIVF as a trusted, value-adding syndicate partner while maintaining rigorous governance, compliance and professional standards.

Requirements

• Advanced degree, preferably a PhD or MD, in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, bioengineering, medicine or a related discipline, combined with a strong understanding of pharmaceutical drug discovery and development.

• Strong therapeutic biotech judgment, including the ability to assess scientific quality, target selection, molecule design, translational relevance, development risk, unmet medical need, competitive positioning and value inflection points across indications.

• Several years of hands-on venture capital experience in therapeutic biotech or life sciences, with direct involvement in sourcing, due diligence, transaction execution and oversight of company leadership. This is not an entry-level venture capital role.

• Established network among European life-science investors, entrepreneurs, biotech executives and innovation stakeholders, with demonstrated ability to originate opportunities and build high-quality syndicates.

• Demonstrated transaction and analytical capabilities, including evaluation of business plans and financing strategies, financial and ownership analysis, investment structuring, and negotiation with companies and co-investors.

• Ability to lead multidisciplinary diligence teams, influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex scientific and investment topics clearly and credibly.

• Experience working with venture-backed boards, founders or management teams; Board Director or Board Observer experience, company creation, incubation or management-team building is advantageous.

• Fluency in English and willingness to travel regularly across Europe and internationally; experience in BD&L, external innovation, strategic partnering or alliance transactions is advantageous.

What We Offer
With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.
Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.
Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.
Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com
Ready to contact us?
If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com
Recruitment process:
Step 1: Online application - The job posting is presumably online until November 22, 2026. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand.
Step 2: Virtual meeting until end of November
Step 3: On-site interviews beginning of December