Associate Vice President – Life Sciences Transformation Job New York New York USA,Business

Own P&L responsibility for the Life Sciences practice/vertical, including revenue growth, margin management, and resource utilization
Lead business development efforts by identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, and driving proposal/RFP wins
Serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite and senior client stakeholders across pharma, biotech, medtech, and related life sciences segments
Lead and manage large-scale transformation programs, including operating model redesign, digital transformation, commercial effectiveness, and M&A integration
Build, mentor, and manage high-performing consulting teams
Foster a culture of excellence and accountability
Shape and deliver life sciences thought leadership, points of view, and go-to-market offerings
Collaborate cross-functionally with practice leaders to expand service offerings and drive cross-sell opportunities
Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client forums to strengthen brand visibility
Report directly to a Vice President of Life Science Transformation
Contribute to impactful AI, data, and analytics engagements across the Life Sciences service spectrum

Requirements

MS or MBA required
Life sciences-focused degree or specialization strongly preferred
8–10 years of relevant experience in life sciences consulting or life sciences-centric industry roles
Demonstrated experience leading and managing large-scale transformation efforts
Proven business development track record with a strong network in the life sciences ecosystem
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, boutique consulting environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with executive presence
Familiarity or fluency with AI tools and applications relevant to consulting or life sciences is nice to have
Exposure to AI-driven analytics, automation, or digital enablement in client delivery is nice to have
Understanding of how AI is reshaping business models within pharma, biotech, or medtech is nice to have

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale transformation programs within the life sciences sector, with a strong focus on business development, client relationship management, and team leadership. Possesses a deep understanding of AI applications and analytics in consulting, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Highest-signal resume keywords

P&L Responsibility
Life Sciences Consulting
Business Development
Large-Scale Transformation Management
AI Tools and Applications

Hard Skills

Transformation Program Management
Operating Model Redesign
Digital Transformation
Commercial Effectiveness
M&A Integration
Data Analytics
AI-Driven Analytics
Automation
Client Proposal Development
Revenue Growth Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal Skills
Communication Skills
Stakeholder Management
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Industry Keywords

Life Sciences
Pharma
Biotech
Medtech
Consulting
Client Engagement
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Thought Leadership
Resource Utilization
Fast-Paced Environment