At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-impact projects and manage client relationships in a global consultancy.
- Company: Dynamic market access consultancy with a focus on life sciences.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, private healthcare, and personal development budgets.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape strategies for pharmaceutical and med-tech organisations while driving business growth.
- Qualifications: 5-7+ years in life sciences consulting with strong project leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 £ per year.
This is a UK-based role and requires the full right to work indefinitely in the UK.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced market access or life sciences consultant to step into a leadership role, driving client engagements, business development and commercial growth within a fast-growing global consultancy. This role offers the chance to lead high-impact projects, manage client relationships and shape strategy for pharmaceutical and med-tech organisations across international markets.
My client is an independent, full-service, global market access consultancy supporting pharmaceutical and medical technology companies across the UK, Europe and North America, helping them navigate complex healthcare markets and deliver value-driven solutions.
The role will:
- Lead and manage high-quality consulting engagements for global life sciences clients
- Lead business development initiatives, building and maintaining client relationships, attending conferences, and reactivating new and existing clients
- Oversee project delivery, supporting junior team members and managing client communication
- Provide internal training initiatives, workshops, mentorship to junior and experienced colleagues
- Actively support the senior leadership team, contributing to decision making and improving efficiencies
- Identify new commercial opportunities and contribute to strategic proposal development
- Play a key role in driving business growth within the UK and EU cluster
Experience and qualities that make you a good fit:
- 5–7+ years’ experience within life sciences consulting or a relevant industry role
- Strong project leadership and team management experience
- Experience working across global healthcare markets
- Proven business development experience, with the ability to build strong client relationships and manage multiple stakeholders
- Commercial awareness with the ability to identify and develop new opportunities
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, international environment
What’s on offer:
- 65,000 - 85,000 salary, plus up to 20% bonus
- Generous annual leave
- Flexible working with no strict location requirements (UK based)
- Private healthcare and pension contribution
- Individual personal development budgets and internal training programmes
- A collaborative, supportive culture focused on career development and progression
Next Steps: Please apply below or send your CV and a brief cover letter to mike@carrotrecruitment.com
Lead Consultant - Market Access & HEOR employer: Carrot Group
Join a leading global healthcare communications agency that values strategic thinking and creativity, offering you the chance to influence client strategy and drive account growth. With a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, you'll benefit from a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and genuine opportunities for career progression, all while working on impactful international projects. This inclusive environment encourages innovation and supports your professional development, making it an excellent place for experienced Account Directors to thrive.
