Life Science Client Partner & Growth Lead

Cognizant; Bellprat; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Client Relationship Manager – Life Science to serve as the primary contact for assigned clients, owning day-to-day activities and P&L, and driving growth for Cognizant's Spanish Sales team. Hybrid role based in Barcelona with 3 days in office.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in client-facing roles within IT services or offshore outsourcing, a strong Life Science background, and fluency in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a client-facing role in IT professional services or offshore outsourcing industry.
• Strong Life Science focus with understanding of R&D, medical affairs, and sales/marketing.
• Proactive, results-oriented mindset; able to work independently and cross-functionally.
• Excellent oral and written communication in Spanish and English; willing to travel in Spain/Italy/Portugal.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strong, long-lasting relationships with key Life Science clients and act as the voice of the client within Cognizant.
• Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts worth several million euros.
• Drive RFPs and proactive bids for renewals, extensions and expansion.
• Collaborate with delivery teams to enhance backlog and optimize resource mix.
• Stay informed on industry trends and participate in events to strengthen market presence.

Skills

Client relationship management

Life Science focus

Analytical reporting

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

MS or MBA degree

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Client Relationship Manager – Life Science to serve as the primary contact for assigned clients, owning day-to-day activities and P&L, and driving growth for Cognizant's Spanish Sales team. Hybrid role based in Barcelona with 3 days in office.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in client-facing roles within IT services or offshore outsourcing, a strong Life Science background, and fluency in Spanish and English.