Job Title: Life Sciences R&D Strategy Manager
Level: Manager
Location: London
Responsibilities
* Develop and drive high-impact, strategic insights that solve complex business challenges for clients across the Life Sciences R&D value chain
* Lead and manage multidisciplinary project teams to deliver tailored strategic and transformation solutions across research, clinical development, regulatory, safety / pharmacovigilance and adjacent R&D domains
* Assess clients’ current R&D strategies, processes, operating models and technology landscape, and advise on how to shape next‑generation capabilities to become more data‑driven and AI‑enabled organisations
* Cultivate strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and guiding them through pivotal decision‑making processes
* Drive business development by identifying growth opportunities, contributing to proposals and helping build a strong pipeline of Life Sciences R&D work
* Collaborate closely with internal teams across functions, fostering relationships that promote knowledge sharing and support for client delivery and growth
* Ensure the delivery of high‑quality, data‑driven recommendations and practical implementation roadmaps that exceed client expectations and drive measurable results
Qualifications
* 5-8+ years’ relevant experience focusing on R&D in the Life Sciences industry, including prior strategy/management consulting experience and/or experience within biopharma or biotech R&D organisations
* Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record. An advanced degree is a plus but not essential
* Deep functional knowledge in one or more of the following areas: R&D strategy and operating model; research and clinical development; pipeline / portfolio / asset strategy; regulatory, safety or pharmacovigilance; digital transformation and innovation; data, analytics and AI in R&D; patient, site and investigator experience
* Exceptional strategic thinking and problem solving skills
* Team leadership experience
* Effective communication skills, both written and oral. Fluency in English
* An interest in technology, data and the reinvention of Life Sciences R&D with AI
Benefits
In addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days of vacation per year, access to app‑based fitness classes and discounts on a range of gyms, private medical insurance and three days leave per year for charitable work of your choice.
We strive to help our people create the right work‑life balance that allows them to realise their full potential. Please speak to your recruiter about the working pattern that works best for you.
Location and Travel
Your home office will be in London. This role is client‑facing and may therefore involve travel, working in other parts of the UK as well as overseas depending on the needs of the project.
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