Engagement Manager

Albion Rye Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global life sciences consulting organization is seeking an experienced Engagement Manager - Market Access to shape strategy and lead projects. This senior client-facing role involves driving commercial growth for pharmaceutical and healthcare clients. Candidates should have 7+ years in Market Access consulting, excellent client engagement skills, and a strong understanding of US and European healthcare markets. The position offers opportunities in a rapidly expanding team, focused on innovative therapies reaching patients worldwide.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in Market Access consulting or a related life sciences strategy environment.
• Strong knowledge of US and European healthcare markets.
• Proven track record in client engagement and business development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver multiple market access consulting projects for global clients.
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships.
• Provide strategic insight to clients addressing market access challenges.

Skills

Market Access consulting

Client engagement

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in life sciences or healthcare discipline (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MPH, MBA)

Job description

Engagement Manager – Market Access | Life Sciences Consulting

A leading global life sciences consulting organisation is looking for an experienced Engagement Manager Market Access to join its growing practice.

This is a senior client-facing role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, lead high-impact projects, and drive commercial growth across global pharmaceutical and healthcare clients.

This role sits within a rapidly expanding Market Access team and will suit someone with strong consulting experience, a strategic mindset, and a passion for helping innovative therapies reach patients worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver multiple market access consulting projects for global clients
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships, identifying opportunities for growth, retention, and cross‑selling
• Contribute to complex proposals, pitches, and broader business development activities
• Provide strategic insight to clients, helping address both immediate and long‑term market access challenges
• Support the development of the Market Access practice through internal initiatives and thought leadership
• Manage and mentor team members, supporting the growth and development of consultants and analysts
• Ensure high‑quality, actionable deliverables that meet evolving client needs

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years’ experience in Market Access consulting or a related life sciences strategy environment
• Strong knowledge of US and European healthcare markets (global experience preferred)
• Proven track record in client engagement and business development
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously and manage cross‑functional teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at senior levels
• Advanced degree in a life sciences or healthcare discipline (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MPH, MBA)
• Ideal Candidate
• Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving skills
• Collaborative leader who enjoys mentoring teams
• Commercially minded with the ability to spot and develop new opportunities
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, global consulting environment

If you’re interested in learning more or would like a confidential discussion, feel free to apply