AI-Driven R&D Transformation Senior Manager — Biopharma

Accenture PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Life Sciences in London is seeking a senior consultant to lead R&D transformation initiatives, guiding strategy through delivery and engaging senior stakeholders. You will shape opportunities, build client relationships across research and development, and contribute to growth across EMEA with a clear path toward Managing Director.

The role offers high autonomy and collaboration, with exposure to leading life sciences clients and cutting-edge AI, data and digital technology enabled

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Life Sciences R&D.
• Proven track record in consulting delivery and business development.
• Strong understanding of AI, data, and digital technologies in R&D.
• Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D consulting engagements from strategy through delivery.
• Advise clients on R&D transformation and AI-enabled capabilities.
• Build and manage senior client relationships across research and R&D functions.
• Support business development, proposals, and opportunity creation across EMEA.
• Contribute to practice growth through thought leadership and mentoring.

Skills

Life Sciences R&D

Consulting delivery

Business development

AI and data

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Accenture Life Sciences in London is seeking a senior consultant to lead R&D transformation initiatives, guiding strategy through delivery and engaging senior stakeholders. You will shape opportunities, build client relationships across research and development, and contribute to growth across EMEA with a clear path toward Managing Director.

The role offers high autonomy and collaboration, with exposure to leading life sciences clients and cutting-edge AI, data and digital technology enabled