Finance Business Partner R&D

Are you an experienced Finance Business Partner with a passion for innovation and life sciences? Do you enjoy partnering with senior stakeholders, influencing strategic investment decisions, and supporting the development of breakthrough therapies? argenx is looking for a Finance Business Partner R&D to join its growing Finance team in Ghent. In this highly visible role, you will work closely with R&D, TechOps/CMC and asset development teams, providing financial insights that support key business decisions across the drug development lifecycle. You will join a high-performing Finance team of seven professionals within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. This position has become available following an internal promotion, highlighting the strong career development opportunities within argenx.

Your responsibilities as Finance Business Partner R&D

• Partner with R&D, TechOps/CMC and asset development teams to provide strategic financial guidance.
• Translate development plans and pipeline milestones into budgets, forecasts and scenario analyses.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning activities for assigned functions.
• Monitor financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Develop financial models and ensure accurate tracking of R&D activities and external vendor spend.
• Deliver dashboards, KPIs and financial analyses to support business decisions and portfolio prioritisation.
• Represent Finance during programme reviews and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support process improvements, automation initiatives and AI-driven efficiencies.

About you

• 8+ years of experience in FP&A, financial planning & analysis or finance business partnering within biotech, pharmaceutical or life sciences environments.
• Strong understanding of R&D operations and drug development activities.
• Proven experience managing complex budgets, forecasts and accruals.
• Proficiency with ERP and EPM systems as well as advanced financial modelling.
• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related discipline; CPA, CIMA or CFA is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical and business partnering skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Curious, proactive and hands-on, with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Comfortable working independently while building strong relationships across the organisation.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment that values accountability, innovation and continuous learning.

What argenx offers

• Annual base salary of €100,000 – €137,500, including a company car, plus a comprehensive benefits package;
• Representation allowance.
• Meal vouchers.
• Group insurance and hospitalisation insurance.
• 32 vacation days per year.
• Participation in both short-term and long-term incentive programmes, including a bonus plan.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• The opportunity to partner with leading scientists and business leaders in a fast-growing biotechnology company.
• A collaborative, high-performing culture where curiosity, innovation and ownership are encouraged.
• The chance to contribute to the development of innovative therapies that make a meaningful difference for patients worldwide.

Location

This role is based in Ghent, Belgium.
We welcome applications from both local and international candidates. The ideal candidate is willing to relocate to Belgium and work from Ghent, a vibrant and international city located in the heart of Europe. For international professionals, Ghent offers an excellent quality of life, strong English-speaking work environments, and easy access to major European cities such as Brussels, Paris, London and Amsterdam.

Why join argenx?

This is a unique opportunity for a Finance Business Partner, FP&A Manager or R&D Finance professional who wants to combine strategic finance with cutting-edge science. You will play a key role in supporting investment decisions, shaping financial strategy and helping drive the future growth of a leading global biotechnology company.

If you are looking for a role where you can influence strategic decisions, work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to life-changing innovation, we would love to hear from you.

Hiring Manager: Aditi Agarwal

Robert Walters Belgium is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.