Partner for Pharma and Life Sciences Industry

Valcon; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Pharma is seeking a Partner to lead and expand their operations within the UK Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry. The ideal candidate will focus on building senior client relationships, driving transformation through digital and data solutions, and collaborating across a European network. This full-time role requires strong leadership and proven experience in commercial success and industry strategy execution.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial leadership in consulting, data, or technology within the pharmaceutical or life sciences.
• Strong track record of client relationship management at senior levels.
• Experience executing industry strategies.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement Valcon's Pharma Industry strategy.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders in pharmaceuticals.
• Lead business growth through partnerships and client engagements.
• Shape transformation programs across R&D and manufacturing.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Client relationship development

Industry strategy execution

Pharma R&D understanding

Transformation program leadership

Stakeholder influence

Leadership and coaching

Job description

Partner for Pharma and Life Sciences Industry

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About Valcon

At Valcon, we are a European powerhouse in data and AI-driven business transformation. We combine deep expertise in data and AI with our heritage in operational excellence, failsafe delivery, and organisational change. Trusted partner to Europe’s leading organisations, we don’t just advise – we implement and deliver sustainable business transformation.

Backed by private equity, Valcon has brought together leading firms to form one of Europe’s fastest-growing consultancies. In the UK, we’re scaling quickly, while maintaining a collaborative, hands‑on, and down‑to‑earth culture.

Your Impact

We’re investing in our Pharma Industry practice to support organisations across R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial operations as they adopt digital, data, and AI-driven transformation.

As Partner, you’ll help define our strategy, shape propositions, and lead major client relationships. You’ll guide programmes that connect science, technology, and data to improve outcomes, increase efficiency, and accelerate innovation across the industry.

You’ll also play a leading role in developing our UK Pharma team and expanding Valcon’s footprint within the industry.

The Role

We’re hiring a Partner to lead and grow our work across the UK Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences industry.

You’ll develop trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, drive large‑scale transformation, and deliver value through digital, data, and AI solutions. You’ll help organisations strengthen R&D productivity, improve operational performance, and manage compliance and sustainability priorities in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

You’ll collaborate with Valcon’s European Pharma network to share best practice and deliver integrated, cross‑market programmes.

What You’ll Do

• Define and implement Valcon’s Pharma Industry strategy in collaboration with European leadership
• Build and grow senior client relationships across leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and life sciences organisations
• Lead business growth through both hunting and farming, developing long‑term partnerships and expanding existing relationships
• Shape and sponsor major transformation programmes across R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and commercial operations
• Develop propositions that combine consulting, data, and technology to deliver measurable business impact
• Partner with key technology and data providers to strengthen our market offering and create new opportunities
• Provide commercial leadership across engagements, driving revenue, margin, and delivery excellence
• Coach and develop senior consultants to build depth and capability in the UK Pharma Industry practice

What You’ll Bring

• Proven commercial leadership in consulting, data, or technology within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry
• Strong track record of developing and growing client relationships at senior level
• Experience defining and executing industry strategy in collaboration with leadership teams
• Deep understanding of pharma R&D, manufacturing, regulatory, and commercial operations
• Demonstrable success leading large‑scale transformation or digital programmes
• Established relationships across industry and technology partners
• Credibility and influence with senior stakeholders across science, technology, and operations
• Strong leadership and coaching capability with a focus on collaboration and commercial outcomes

Why Join Valcon

The pharmaceutical industry is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by digital, AI, and advanced data capabilities. Organisations are rethinking how they innovate, manufacture, and deliver healthcare at scale.

This is your opportunity to shape that change.

At Valcon, you’ll join a people‑first consultancy that values collaboration, delivery excellence, and entrepreneurial thinking. You’ll have the freedom to shape propositions, pursue opportunities, and grow your industry.

You’ll work alongside experienced Partners across Europe, supported by deep expertise in consulting, data, and technology, giving you the reach, capability, and autonomy to make meaningful impact.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Consulting

Industries: Information Services

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