Senior Life Sciences BD & Partnerships Lead

Taylor Strategy Partners; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Strategy Partners, a Syneos Health company, seeks a senior, client-facing leader to drive our RPO partnerships and shape the future of talent in the life sciences industry. You will be the trusted advisor to life sciences executives, design world-class talent solutions, and quarterback the sales process from discovery to closing, while collaborating with delivery teams for flawless execution.

This role offers a base salary range of $120,000–$180,000 with performance-based commissions and

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in life sciences recruiting, RPO, or talent consulting, with a significant track record in business development and achievement of annual revenue goals exceeding $1 million.
• A proven ability to win complex talent solutions engagements within the life sciences industry.
• An established, senior-level network across biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device organizations.
• Exceptional executive presence and the ability to operate as a credible, consultative partner to C-suite and HR leaders.
• Experience in a matrixed, cross-functional enterprise environment.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Drive Growth: Develop and execute talent solution designs to secure new partnerships across the biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device sectors.
• Build Strategic Relationships: Act as the primary client solutions owner for key accounts, fostering deep trust with executive leaders and ensuring we are a vital partner in their success.
• Lead & Innovate: Quarterback the entire sales process, from initial discovery and solution design to pricing, proposals, and closing deals.
• Be a Trusted Advisor: Use your deep industry knowledge to guide clients, anticipate their needs, and partner with our delivery teams to ensure flawless execution.
• Make an Impact: Connect our integrated solutions across the broader Syneos Health organization to bring unparalleled value to your clients.

Skills

Life sciences recruiting

RPO

Business development

Executive relationship building

Sales leadership

C-suite engagement

Job description

Taylor Strategy Partners, a Syneos Health company, seeks a senior, client-facing leader to drive our RPO partnerships and shape the future of talent in the life sciences industry. You will be the trusted advisor to life sciences executives, design world-class talent solutions, and quarterback the sales process from discovery to closing, while collaborating with delivery teams for flawless execution.

This role offers a base salary range of $120,000–$180,000 with performance-based commissions and