Healthcare & Life Sciences Client Delivery Lead

Kenway Consulting; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenway Consulting is seeking a Client Account Executive (Healthcare & Life Sciences) in Chicago to lead end-to-end delivery for complex client initiatives and manage scope, budget, risks, and teams. You will build trusted client relationships, drive account growth, mentor teams, and contribute to cross-functional initiatives across HLS domains.

The role requires 8+ years of leadership in large programs, healthcare/Life Sciences experience, a relevant degree, and willingness to travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in leading complex business or technology initiatives.
• Healthcare or life sciences strategy consulting experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree; advanced degrees or certifications in related health/science/engineering fields preferred.
• Proficient understanding of value chains across the HLS ecosystem and related platforms.
• Understanding of regulatory landscape and data integrity requirements across the HLS ecosystem.
• Experience in client proposals, SOWs, and revenue forecasting.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery for client engagements, managing scope, budget, timeline, risks, and quality.
• Lead complex business and technology initiatives across multiple industries.
• Apply deep industry, business, and technical knowledge to solve client challenges and achieve objectives.
• Drive project teams to deliver high-quality outcomes, coaching and empowering team members.
• Lead working sessions, presentations, and executive discussions with clarity and confidence.
• Proactively manage risks, escalations, and resource needs to align with objectives.

Skills

Delivery Excellence

Accountability

Tenacity

Design Thinking

Professionalism

Aptitude

Industry Acumen

Functional Acumen

Commitment to Guiding Principles

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degrees or certifications in health/science/engineering

Job description

Kenway Consulting is seeking a Client Account Executive (Healthcare & Life Sciences) in Chicago to lead end-to-end delivery for complex client initiatives and manage scope, budget, risks, and teams. You will build trusted client relationships, drive account growth, mentor teams, and contribute to cross-functional initiatives across HLS domains.

The role requires 8+ years of leadership in large programs, healthcare/Life Sciences experience, a relevant degree, and willingness to travel up to 50%.