Head of Consulting - Life Sciences

pobl.; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A talent consultancy is seeking a Head of Consulting to enhance its leadership team. This pivotal position requires a senior leader with significant experience in the life sciences, particularly within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medtech sectors. Responsibilities include developing a strategic vision, managing a talented consultant team, and expanding client relationships to deliver impactful solutions globally. The ideal candidate is a commercially-minded problem-solver ready to tackle complex challenges in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Over a decade of experience in the life sciences industry.
• At least 7 years of consulting experience, ideally with a focus on pharma.
• Proven ability to grow and scale consulting teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for the consulting practice.
• Manage and mentor a diverse team of consultants.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive new business initiatives.

Skills

Strategic vision development

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Commercial acumen

Job description

pobl. is a talent consultancy specialising in medical communications, healthcare advertising and market access. We work with international clients on a range of hiring needs, from entry-level to executive appointments.

We're hiring for an established life sciences consultancy that is seeking a Head of Consulting to join its leadership team. This is a pivotal role for a senior leader with significant experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medtech industries and a proven track record in consulting practice growth. You will be responsible for setting the strategic vision for the consulting practice, expanding client relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-impact solutions to a global client base. This opportunity is ideal for a strategic and commercially-minded problem-solver who excels at converting complex challenges into profitable, long-term engagements while mentoring a diverse and talented team.

What you'll be doing

• Develop and execute a clear strategic vision for the consulting practice, expanding successful offerings and securing new commercial opportunities aligned with the company's revenue strategy.
• Manage, mentor, and expand a diverse and talented team of consultants, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and supportive environment.
• Play an integral role within the leadership team, collaborating with the Head of Sales and CEO to drive new business through thought leadership, proposal development, and project design methodologies.

The experience you'll need

• Significant tenure in the life sciences industry (at least a decade) and at least 7 years in consulting, with experience across the pharma value chain.
• Demonstrable experience in growing a team and successfully scaling a consulting practice.
• A strong commercial acumen and track record of building trusted advisor relationships with key industry figures.

Please apply via the job advert for immediate consideration with your CV. We'd be delighted to hear from you.

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