Senior Director

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We're seeking a Senior Director to join our Life Sciences Portfolio based in Philadelphia, New Jersey, or New York City. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape strategy, lead high-performing teams, and drive growth across one of our most dynamic and influential business units. In this position, you will lead and expand multi-million-dollar client accounts while collaborating with some of the largest and most prestigious global Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences organizations.

At North Highland, the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we transform bold strategies into lasting results through our pragmatic, human-centered approach. By combining exceptional talent with innovative technology, we deliver enduring impact for our clients. These enduring principles remain constant as we evolve and grow, forming the essence of what makes North Highland exceptional. Join us in creating meaningful transformation that endures.

• Lead large, complex programs or multiple concurrent engagements, with cross-functional teams of 10+ people.
• Drive business development, account leadership, and solution delivery (change management, project management, and technology) across the Life Sciences sector.
• Develop creative, client-focused solutions that deliver long-term success.
• Build and leverage client and team relationships to drive results and fuel growth.
• Identify and sell solutions that provide real value to clients through our holistic consulting approach.
• Foster team growth by providing strong people leadership and mentorship, ensuring the development of high-performing teams.
• Demonstrate proactivity and take initiative in identifying opportunities, solving challenges, and driving continuous improvement.

• Demonstrable senior-level management consulting, advisory, professional services, and/or Big 4 consulting experience. Previous experience in Life Sciences is a plus.
• Experience leading and growing multi-million-dollar client accounts, with a proven history of delivering measurable results.
• Ability to establish credibility, build consensus, and activate collaboration with clients and teammates.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a proven ability to design simple solutions for complex challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A track record of mentoring and developing talent, with a focus on team growth and leadership.
• A proactive mindset, with a history of taking initiative to drive business and team success.
• Experience developing high-performing teams that drive measurable business impact.
• A track record of leading large, complex consulting engagements and building relationships with senior-level executives.
• This role requires working on the client site three days per week.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance with local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.

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