Life Sciences BD Analyst – Strategy & Growth (Hybrid)

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is seeking a Business Development Analyst to join the Business Development & Marketing team in support of the Corporate Life Sciences practice. The role focuses on targeted client engagement, pipeline growth, and competitive positioning across life sciences, with collaboration across offices and practice groups.

This is a hybrid position based in Boston. You will work with partners on high-visibility BD efforts, develop pitches and client materials, and manage

Qualifications

• 3+ years in business development, marketing, or client relations, ideally in professional services.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in business, marketing, or related field.
• Comfort with corporate terminology (VC financing, M&A, IPOs).
• Strong research, analysis, and attention to detail for polished work.
• Willingness to leverage AI tools to boost tactical efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support targeted client engagement and BD initiatives across life sciences.
• Coordinate timelines, deliverables, and stakeholders as project manager.
• Develop pitches, proposals, industry events, and client materials.
• Research clients, competitors, and investors for market intelligence.
• Track BD activity and ROI in the CRM and ensure pipeline accuracy.
• Collaborate across practice groups on cross-practice life sciences initiatives.
• Monitor industry news and flag BD opportunities to partners.

Skills

Business development

Marketing

Client relationship management

Research and analysis

Project coordination

Communication (written and verbal)

Time management

Travel willingness

AI tooling familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred (business/marketing)

Tools

Salesforce

PitchBook

Capital IQ

IPO Vital Signs

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is seeking a Business Development Analyst to join the Business Development & Marketing team in support of the Corporate Life Sciences practice. The role focuses on targeted client engagement, pipeline growth, and competitive positioning across life sciences, with collaboration across offices and practice groups.

This is a hybrid position based in Boston. You will work with partners on high-visibility BD efforts, develop pitches and client materials, and manage