Manager - Functional Excellence

Manager – Strategy & Medical Affairs Transformation A confidential, high-growth life sciences strategy consultancy is seeking a Manager to join its Strategy & Medical Affairs Transformation team. This is an opportunity to work on true strategy engagements with global biopharma clients—shaping operating models, elevating Medical Affairs, and driving cross-functional transformation. You will lead multiple engagements, manage teams, and work directly with senior client stakeholders on high-impact transformation programs.

Key Responsibilities Lead 3–4 strategy and Medical Affairs transformation projects end-to-end Manage and mentor consulting teams Drive work across: Operating model design Capability building Medical Affairs strategy Present to senior (C-1) stakeholders and influence decision-making Support proposals and contribute to internal capability development Your Background ~6+ years’ experience, including 4+ years in strategy consulting (MBB, Tier 2, or boutique life sciences firms) Strong Medical Affairs exposure (e.g., MSL models, MA strategy, launch excellence, governance redesign) Structured problem-solving and strong communication skills, with a confident client presence Experience managing workstreams or projects and guiding junior consultants Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, MPH, or similar) Why This Role? Opportunity to make a real impact with global pharmaceutical clients Supportive, low-ego culture with minimal bureaucracy and flat hierarchies Fast progression and the ability to shape the practice High-visibility projects across Medical Affairs and broader functional transformation