Managing Director

Bethesda Maryland United States
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Division:
Precision AQ
Business Unit:
Engagement Solutions
Requisition Number: 6265

We are seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to contribute to our existing Biotech team and build and scale a new Med Tech vertical to lead within our Investor Relations practice. This role is pivotal in shaping strategy, driving growth, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture across the vertical and the broader team. The ideal candidate combines deep Biotech and Med Tech expertise, entrepreneurial experience in life sciences, and exceptional leadership capabilities to inspire teams and deliver best‑in‑class counsel to clients.

This role reflects the leadership standards of top‑tier IR advisory firms, where strategic partnership, capital markets fluency, and client‑first culture are paramount.

We are seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to contribute to our existing Biotech team and build and scale a new Med Tech vertical to lead within our Investor Relations & External Communications practice.

• Shape the strategic direction of the vertical in alignment with broader agency goals.
• Act as a resident Med Tech IR expert and thought leader, contributing to industry dialogue and positioning the agency as a trusted advisor.
• Manage and contribute to operational, growth and strategy initiatives.
• Leverage a robust network of stakeholders to accelerate inbound opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with investors, analysts, and bankers to enhance visibility and credibility.

• Provide strategic counsel to senior executives on investor engagement, messaging, and market positioning.
• Develop high‑impact content including investor presentations, press releases, earnings scripts, and thought leadership.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics.
• Train and mentor a high‑performing team aligned with our collaborative and purpose‑driven culture; oversee its growth.
• Foster professional growth and uphold principles of client service, accountability, mutual respect, and teamwork.
• Lead by example, balancing competitive drive with a spirit of collaboration and integrity.
• Drive profitability and operational efficiency across the vertical.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize resource allocation and client outcomes.

• 15+ years of experience in Investor Relations, with a strong focus on Biotech, Med Tech, healthcare, or life sciences.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects from conception to completion on deadline in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Proven success in agency or consulting environments, with experience launching or scaling new business lines.
• Deep network within the investment community and Biotech/Med Tech ecosystem.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills; high standards of quality control.
• Demonstrated ability to operate within a leadership team and manage a team.
• Confident writer and presenter, comfortable in a variety of C‑Suite scenarios, with ability to influence.
• Committed to the success and growth of the entire team.
• MBA or CFA preferred.

• Deep Biotech and Med Tech expertise.
• Exceptional leadership capabilities.

• Experience in agency or consulting environments.
• Strong network within the investment community.

Precision is required by law in some states or cities to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

At Precision, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.…