Commercial Lead- Life Science (Biotech)

GQR; New York (NY); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Flexible PTO

High-performer incentives like quarterly lunch clubs

Premium NYC office environment

Parental leave and family benefits

Job summary

A leading biotech recruitment firm is looking for a Commercial Leader in New York City. This high-visibility role focuses on expanding existing accounts and opening new high-value clients in the life sciences sector. Candidates should have proven success in business development within the commercial functions and a leadership style that emphasizes collaboration and performance. The role also involves guiding a team to close complex searches and implementing processes for sustained growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven success running a high-performing recruitment desk within Life Sciences.
• Strong commercial instincts and a track record of business development.
• Leadership style that is collaborative and performance-driven.

Responsibilities

• Expand existing biotech and pharma accounts.
• Lead strategic BD initiatives including enterprise engagements.
• Implement scalable processes to support growth.
• Guide team in closing complex commercial searches.
• Develop future leaders through training and mentorship.
• Recruit, coach, and elevate a team of high‑potential consultants specializing in Commercial roles.
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and commercial excellence.
• Develop future leaders through structured training, mentorship, and performance management.
• Oversee full‑cycle recruitment delivery, ensuring best‑in‑class client and candidate experience for highly specialized commercial roles.
• Drive data‑driven decision making across pipeline management, forecasting, and performance metrics.

Skills

Business development

Leadership

Consultative engagement

Commercial strategy

Recruitment

Job description

We are seeking a Commercial Leader to join a growing team! (Sales, Marketing, Market Access) – Life Sciences (Biotech) | (NYC)-

This is a high‑visibility leadership role with direct influence on overall division commercial strategy, team performance, and market expansion. You’ll have the opportunity to take over a well‑established Commercial desk and play a pivotal role in scaling one of GQR’s most strategically important verticals.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Growth & Business Development

• Expand existing biotech and pharma accounts while opening new high‑value clients across Commercial functions (Sales Leadership, Product Marketing, HCP/Patient Marketing, Market Access, HEOR, Pricing & Reimbursement, Commercial Strategy, Launch Excellence).
• Lead strategic BD initiatives, including enterprise engagements, retained searches, contingent hiring, contract staffing, and RPO/FSP solutions.
• Position GQR as a trusted advisor through consultative, insight‑driven engagement rooted in commercial trends, launch dynamics, competitive landscapes, and market access challenges.
• Implement scalable processes that support rapid growth and consistent execution across a highly competitive commercial talent market.
• Guide your team in closing complex commercial searches, negotiating offers, and maximizing margin and revenue outcomes.
• Recruit, coach, and elevate a team of high‑potential consultants specializing in Commercial roles.
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and commercial excellence.
• Develop future leaders through structured training, mentorship, and performance management.
• Oversee full‑cycle recruitment delivery, ensuring best‑in‑class client and candidate experience for highly specialized commercial roles.
• Drive data‑driven decision making across pipeline management, forecasting, and performance metrics.

Who You Are

• Proven success running a high‑performing recruitment desk within Life Sciences, ideally with exposure to Commercial functions (Sales, Marketing, Market Access, HEOR, Commercial Strategy).
• Strong commercial instincts with a track record of business development success and client expansion.
• A leadership style that is people‑first, collaborative, and performance‑driven.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Flexible PTO and ability to work anywhere
• High‑performer incentives like quarterly lunch clubs and international trips
• Flexible work arrangements + premium NYC office environment
• Parental leave, family benefits, and community engagement opportunities