Life Sciences R&D Strategy Consultant

Work as part of focused project teams across a range of Life Sciences R&D topics, including research, clinical development, regulatory, pharmacovigilance and adjacent biotech/medtech domains
Independently lead workstreams to assess client R&D strategies, operating models, processes and technology landscape as part of broader transformation programmes
Gather, synthesise and analyse data from a variety of sources to draw insights and develop strategic recommendations across R&D productivity, pipeline/portfolio prioritisation, clinical trial innovation, regulatory and safety transformation, and digital/AI-enabled change
Structure and communicate outcomes to client management teams, helping senior stakeholders make informed, evidence-based decisions
Work alongside client teams to help implement recommendations and deliver measurable value, helping get the right therapies to patients faster

2-5+ years' relevant experience focusing on R&D in the Life Sciences industry, including strategy/management consulting and/or experience within biopharma or biotech R&D organisations
Bachelor's degree with a strong academic record. An advanced degree is a plus but not essential
Strong functional knowledge in one or more of the following areas: R&D strategy and operating model; research and clinical development; pipeline/portfolio/asset strategy; regulatory, safety or pharmacovigilance; digital transformation and innovation; data, analytics and AI in R&D; patient, site and investigator experience
Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills, both written and oral. Fluency in English
An interest in technology, data and the future of Life Sciences R&D

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services.
We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity.
Our Team
The Life Sciences industry is experiencing a period of unprecedented change. Rapid shifts in R&D, technology, data and AI are transforming the ways Life Sciences organisations work across the product lifecycle to develop and commercialise innovation. We help the world's largest Life Sciences companies achieve sustainable and profitable growth by transforming their businesses across the value chain to become more patient-centric, data-driven and operationally agile.
In our team, you will gain exposure to:

The most strategic challenges and opportunities that occupy the minds of industry leaders
Cutting edge research and thought leadership that is defining the future of the industry
Structured problem-solving techniques to enable our clients to transform their businesses
A global network of highly skilled, geographically and culturally diverse people
A world-class training curriculum that helps you continuously upskill yourself as the world changes
A culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, enterprise, and a lot of fun!

In addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 30 days of vacation per year, access to app-based fitness classes and discounts on a range of gyms, private medical insurance and three days leave per year for charitable work of your choice.
We strive to help our people create the right work-life balance that allows them to realise their full potential.
Location
Your home office will be in London. This role is client-facing and may therefore involve travel, working in other parts of the UK as well as overseas depending on the needs of the project.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
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