Engagement Manager – Medical Affairs

Manager – Strategy & Medical Affairs Transformation

A confidential, high-growth life sciences strategy consultancy is seeking a Manager to join its Strategy & Medical Affairs Transformation team. This is an opportunity to work on true strategy engagements with global biopharma clients—shaping operating models, elevating Medical Affairs, and driving cross-functional transformation.

You will lead multiple engagements, manage teams, and work directly with senior client stakeholders on high-impact transformation programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead 3–4 strategy and Medical Affairs transformation projects end-to-end
• Manage and mentor consulting teams
• Drive work across:
• Operating model design
• Capability building
• Medical Affairs strategy
• Present to senior (C-1) stakeholders and influence decision-making
• Support proposals and contribute to internal capability development

Your Background

• ~6+ years’ experience, including 4+ years in strategy consulting (MBB, Tier 2, or boutique life sciences firms)
• Strong Medical Affairs exposure (e.g., MSL models, MA strategy, launch excellence, governance redesign)
• Structured problem-solving and strong communication skills, with a confident client presence
• Experience managing workstreams or projects and guiding junior consultants
• Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, MPH, or similar)

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to make a real impact with global pharmaceutical clients
• Supportive, low-ego culture with minimal bureaucracy and flat hierarchies
• Fast progression and the ability to shape the practice
• High-visibility projects across Medical Affairs and broader functional transformation

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