Director of Business Development

Location: San Antonio, TX

Description

What we do

Maverick BioMetals extracts lithium, other battery metals, and rare earth elements from hard rock using engineered enzymes. Our process is more cost effective and greener (reduced environmental contaminants and CO2 emissions) than the current acid roasting extraction method.

We believe in a world powered by sustainable energy. Lithium and other metals are necessary for a sustainable energy transition which requires responsible metal extraction and processing. We are a small, driven team with strong startup vibes. If you’re interested in joining us at the forefront of the clean energy revolution and value autonomy and making a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply!

The role

As the Director of Business Development at Maverick BioMetals, you will be a key member of our leadership team, reporting directly to the COO, Jesse Evans. In this strategic role, you will spearhead our business development initiatives, drive commercial growth, and play a pivotal part in shaping the company’s future. You will lead the commercialization of our technology, build and maintain high-level commercial relationships, and develop comprehensive strategies to expand our market presence. This role will be varied as company needs change, you can expect to be adaptive and proactive.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies aligned with company goals
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key industry players and decision-makers
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities and revenue streams
• Oversee complex customer projects, ensuring seamless coordination between technical, operations, and executive teams
• Collaborate with C-suite to define and implement company-wide growth strategies
• Drive innovation in our business models and commercial approaches
• Represent the company at industry events and negotiations

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development, with 10+ years in the mining industry
• Extensive experience in the mining and mineral processing industry is required
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategic business plans
• Excellent negotiation skills and ability to close high-value deals
• Deep understanding of market dynamics and ability to identify emerging trends
• Advanced project management skills, including experience with complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, from technical teams to C-suite
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on new opportunities
• International business and/or lithium refining/mining experience is a plus

Note: We value diverse experiences and innovative thinking. If your career path has been unconventional but you believe you can make a significant impact in this role, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective could be exactly what we need to drive our business forward.

Benefits

At Maverick BioMetals, our compensation packages reflect our recognition of the value our employees bring to our success and our commitment to recruiting top talent. We cater our benefits to ensure our team succeeds both in and out of the office:

• Unlimited vacation: We value employee well-being and believe you should take the time you need, when you need it. Our policy ensures you recharge and thrive
• Premium health insurance: With medical, dental, and optical options, we offer some of the best coverage on the market
• Continuing education: We take employee development seriously and strive to unlock our team’s full potential through continuous learning initiatives
• Meaningful equity: You’ll be contributing to the team’s success, so you deserve to share in it

Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work

Maverick BioMetals is a participant in the E-Verify program. E-Verify is a web-based system that helps us confirm the eligibility of our employees to work in the United States. For more information, please review our E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster located at the bottom of our Careers page.

Additional Info

Maverick BioMetals complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination against employees and applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, or veterans’ status.