Life Sciences Client Partner — Hybrid Growth & P&L Leader

Cognizant; Bridgewater (MA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

401(k) plan and contributions

Stock awards

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a Life Sciences Client Partner to own end-to-end account relationships, drive profitable growth, and manage P&L for assigned Life Sciences accounts. You will collaborate with delivery, operations, finance, and alliance teams to build a robust business plan and strengthen executive connections.

You will lead strategic growth, sponsor new and renewal opportunities, and shape Cognizant’s thought leadership within the Life Sciences sector, while ensuring client satisfaction and

Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years in Life Sciences with client-facing leadership roles.
• Strong ability to map executives and build trusted relationships.
• Experience with P&L responsibility of large multi‑million portfolios.
• Ability to navigate matrixed organizations and diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end account relationship and drive profitable growth.
• Lead revenue and profit growth with measurable account performance.
• Collaborate across Cognizant service lines and alliance partners.
• Build relationships with decision makers to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

CxO relationships

Strategic growth

Account leadership

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MS/MBA preferred

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a Life Sciences Client Partner to own end-to-end account relationships, drive profitable growth, and manage P&L for assigned Life Sciences accounts. You will collaborate with delivery, operations, finance, and alliance teams to build a robust business plan and strengthen executive connections.

You will lead strategic growth, sponsor new and renewal opportunities, and shape Cognizant’s thought leadership within the Life Sciences sector, while ensuring client satisfaction and