Senior Consultant - Life Sciences

Expleo; London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking dynamic individuals to join their Life Sciences team, focusing on delivering impactful transformation projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse initiatives that enhance health outcomes, while being part of a collaborative and supportive environment. With a commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, you will contribute to significant projects that make a real difference in the industry. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills and a passion for improving health through effective change management. Join a forward-thinking team that values your contributions and fosters personal growth.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Discounted Lifestyle Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Annual Leave Purchase Options

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in management consulting focused on transformation.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills in Life Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-profile initiatives that improve health outcomes.
• Lead key initiatives in the Life Sciences sector to drive growth.

Skills

Transformation Projects

Change Management

Operational Excellence

Client Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Life Sciences

MBA or equivalent

Tools

Project Management Software

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

Description du poste

Why Moorhouse?

We are a dynamic consulting firm, focused on delivering sustainable change. We make sure our clients succeed in their long-term goals by helping them turn theirstrategy into actionthroughexceptional deliveryand establishing a culture of change. We are a transformation consultancy, meaning we work with clients on projects to deliver change and improvement, such as in the way they operate, the services they provide or how they manage their people. We deliver real impact through our projects and our clients like who we are and how we work.

We pride ourselves in being proactive, collaborative and straightforward team players, with focus on being successful together.We move fast as a team, and honesty and integrity are key to this. You will be part of a supportive and high-performing team that looks after each other, has fun and celebrates success together.You can be assured of exciting opportunities on varied projects that will stretch you and equip you with skills, experience and knowledge to help organisations respond to turbulence and improve.

Life Sciences at Moorhouse

Our Life Sciences sector is a critical part of our business and has experienced double digit growth in recent years. It is an exciting place to work and we are constantly pushing our own boundaries in terms of the capabilities we have, the nature of the projects we deliver and the impact we have for our clients, helping our clients on their transformation journeys such as responding to disruptive technology trends; implementing innovative products; delivering change programmes; or defining operating models and accompanying organisational design.

Our Life Science expertise spans the value chain from R&D and clinical development through commercial and post-market support, as well as in support functions such as digital & technology and HR. Within this, we have four focus areas that are core to our strategy and continued growth: Commercial, Medical Affairs, R&D Development and Global Health, Access & Sustainability. As a sector, we have long-standing partnerships with a range of global pharmaceutical companies (e.g. GSK, AstraZeneca, ViiV, Bayer, Otsuka) and work on projects big and small – from multi-million pound large-scale transformations to targeted change support within specific teams. Together, we enable Life Sciences organisations to maximise their business value and social impact to achieve the best outcomes for their patients.

Missions

Why join the Life Sciences team in Moorhouse?

Our team is tight-knit and collaborative (~12 people). We each play important roles in building the Life Science sector and capabilities within Moorhouse, as well as in delivering our clients’ most critical transformation efforts. You will be with us on this journey as we continue to grow a high performing team that supports Life Sciences companies to deliver medicines, vaccines, products and services, contributing to better health and quality of life. You will join a team that will give you the autonomy, support and empower you to add value in alignment with your capabilities and passion.

You are excited by the opportunity to:

• Support delivery of high profile, innovative and important initiatives for our clients that provide competitive advantage and improve health outcomes for patients.
• Contribute to a vibrant and thriving sector within Moorhouse and become a leader in Life Sciences. You will have opportunity to shape and lead key initiatives in our sector that are core to our growth, as well as enabling your team members to succeed.
• Support accelerated growth for the Life Science sector in Moorhouse by contributing to winning exciting new work and leading outstanding delivery of projects with clients.
• Share your valuable skills and experience in building the sector’s capabilities, as well as growing and leveraging these in supporting our clients deliver their most critical initiatives.
• Continue to build your expertise in Life Sciences including through training, proposition development and marketing.

• Contribute to a culture of sustainability and embrace Moorhouse’s social responsibility by integrating responsible practices and upholding ethical standards and awareness in everyday work.

Compétences

What are we looking for?

We are looking for outstanding delivery capability with a proven track record in transformation or change projects, combined with sector expertise in one or more of our four strategic areas. You will have strong problem solving and client leadership skills, combined with subject matter knowledge in Life Science settings. This means:

• 4 - 6 years’ experience from a management consulting firm working on transformation and change projects.
• Outstanding delivery/advisory and transformation capability with experience in independently leading workstreams or initiatives in transformation programmes or large projects.
  • Examples could include programme delivery, change management, operational excellence, process improvement, operating model design and implementation, systems implementation, project management, omnichannel strategy, strategy & insights, organisation design
• Subject matter knowledge and experience working in Life Sciences, preferably in:
  • Commercial e.g. go-to-market strategies; commercial operating models and ways of working; product launch planning and management; market analysis and identifying and engaging customers
  • Medical Affairs e.g. medical strategy and execution; medical operations and operating model; scientific engagement and communication; medical training and upskilling
  • Global Health, Access & Sustainability e.g. Global Health strategy vision and org design; access programme design and management; impact definition and measurement
  • R&D Development e.g. R&D programme and project management; pipeline planning and execution; cross-functional governance; process optimisation and risk management across the R&D lifecycle
• A ‘big picture business thinker’ with a passion for solving business problems - we are not only looking for technical or scientific expertise but broader business/corporate problem solving and project experience
• Strong interpersonal skills including building and nurturing strong relationships with clients and colleagues and experience in effectively managing and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• A passion for Life Sciences and delivering transformation and change that improves health for patients.
• A self-starter with ability to work independently and identify, scope and lead key initiatives (this is also important for owning internal roles in our Life Science sector team).
• Commercial awareness and experience in business development e.g. in building long-lasting relationships; developing impactful proposals; or identifying growth opportunties.

Avantages

Benefits package we offer at Moorhouse:

• A total cash package in excess of £80,000 comprising of a base salary of £64,575 and a combination of personal and company bonuses that are paid every six months
• 25 days annual leave increasing by one day for every full year of service to a maximum of 30 days with the option to buy or sell up to five days of annual leave per year
• Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Group Personal Pension Scheme and a range of discounted lifestyle and well-being benefits through Perkbox
• A culture where you will not need to compete with others because of promotion quotas or the typical distribution curves that govern performance management in other organisations. We recognise and reward performance consistently and transparently across the firm so that everyone knows where they stand.

Our offices are based near Liverpool Street in London, though we expect you to spend time with clients at their offices. We support flexible and hybrid working.

Applications will close on 21st February

Moorhouse is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and our values underpin a working environment that is inclusive for all those who work for us.We encourage people to bring their whole selves to work,contribute ideas, take initiative and be responsible for their impact on others internally and externally.