Chief Business Officer / Head of Business- Advanced Plastic Recycling

Antal International is a global recruitment service firm, () starts from 1992, headquarter in London. 145 offices in more than 35 countries covering 5 continents, more than 2000 consultants today.

Our office is dedicated for recruitment service in chemical sector.

Now we are hiring for our client:

Position: Chief Business Officer / Head of Business - Advanced Plastic Recycling

Location: Remote, with travel across key regions (Europe, USA, Middle East)

Salary Package: Attractive fix +potential equity or success-based incentives

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent (CDI)

Start Date: Q4 2025

Our client is pioneering a breakthrough technology in chemical plastic recycling, aimed at producing virgin-quality polymers from non-recyclable plastic waste. Utilizing advanced methods like heterogeneous catalysis and electromagnetic induction, our innovative process enables the high-volume production of olefins (ethylene, propylene) from waste, eliminating the need for traditional steam crackers. This technology is a game-changer for decarbonizing and circularizing polyolefin production in the petrochemical sector.

Now they are moving into the industrialization phase and are seeking a strategic leader to drive partnerships and commercialization efforts within the oil & gas and petrochemical industries.

As the Chief Business Officer / Head of Business, you will be integral to driving the business development strategy and ensuring the commercialization and scale-up of our cutting-edge technology. You will focus on forging strategic partnerships, co-development agreements, and licensing deals within the petrochemical and oil & gas sectors. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead the creation of a business development roadmap and build a team to support the company's growth and technological deployment.

• Map and engage key industry stakeholders, including steam cracker operators, waste management firms, licensors, EPCs, and investors.

• Develop and implement a business development strategy targeting major oil & gas and petrochemical players.

• Identify decision-makers, technical experts, and influencers within target organizations and create tailored engagement strategies.

• Lead commercial discussions and negotiations for joint development agreements (JDA), memoranda of understanding (MoU), and technology licensing deals.

• Drive co-development partnerships with enabling technology providers such as pyrolysis, catalysts, and induction systems.

• Provide strategic market insights to guide business decisions and inform product-market fit.

• Represent the company at international conferences, trade shows, and industry networks.

• Collaborate across departments (R&D, engineering, operations, finance) to align commercial goals with technical capabilities.

• Develop financial models and business cases to support investment decisions.

• Lead and grow a team focused on waste management and business development.

• Strategic leadership role within an impactful deep-tech venture.

• Opportunity to shape the future of a groundbreaking technology at the intersection of innovation and the circular economy.

• Flexible, remote-friendly work environment.

• International exposure to top-tier industry partners and innovation ecosystems.

• Master's degree or equivalent in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.

• 10-20+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercialization roles within the petrochemical, oil & gas, or recycling industries.

• Proven track record in closing complex B2B technology deals, including licensing, JV, and JDA, with international key accounts.

• Strong network within the oil & gas and petrochemical industries, particularly with steam cracker operators.

• Solid understanding of polymer chemistry, circular economy solutions, and refinery operations.

• Strategic, entrepreneurial thinker with strong negotiation and relationship management skills.

• Ability to adapt in fast-paced, evolving environments and manage complex stakeholder relationships across different regions.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts in simple, impactful terms.

• Fluent in English, with frequent travel required.