Job Details

A confidential, high-growth life sciences consultancy is aggressively investing in its San Francisco office and is seeking an Associate Principal or Principal to help lead and expand its Commercial Strategy capability. The market offers substantial opportunity for individuals ready to shape client portfolios, lead teams, and drive commercial expansion.

You will take on a senior leadership position, leading large commercial strategy programs, expanding key client relationships, and driving commercial growth. While the work is strategically centered on commercial topics, candidates with blended backgrounds (commercial + medical or commercial + market access) are welcome.

You Will:

• Lead major commercial strategy engagements across launch, pricing considerations, market shaping, forecasting, brand strategy, and commercial excellence
• Develop and grow strategic client relationships
• Drive business development, target account planning, and revenue growth
• Mentor, develop, and oversee multiple consulting teams
• Shape the direction and growth trajectory of the San Francisco office
• Contribute to leadership initiatives, capability-building, and thought leadership

You Bring:

• 8–12+ years' experience in commercial strategy within life sciences consulting
• Proven track record of revenue generation and strategic account leadership
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Experience leading multiple teams and delivering complex engagements
• Ability to shape practice direction and contribute to firmwide growth
• Advanced degree preferred (MBA, MSc, MPH, PhD)

Why This Role?

• One of the most strategically important and fastest-growing markets within the organisation
• Pathways up to Principal or Partner for exceptional performers
• High visibility and significant leadership responsibility
• Ability to shape both client strategy and internal growth
• Entrepreneurial, low-ego, high-talent environment