Clinical Executive Consultant – Vice President in London

We are seeking a Vice President & Clinical Executive Consultant (CEC) to join our strategic Consulting Team, whose mission is to deliver quantitative thought leadership across design, statistical methods, and decision-making during therapeutic product development. As a seasoned clinical development professional, you will expand Cytel's reputation for innovation and thought leadership by guiding strategic engagements for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device clients. You will also build and maintain enduring client relationships in collaboration with Cytel's business development teams and cross‐functional colleagues.

In this senior advisory role, you will develop and demonstrate expertise in clinical trial design, statistical methodology, and strategic clinical development planning—ensuring Cytel remains at the forefront of industry innovation and enhancing our visibility and recognition across the global clinical development landscape.

We are seeking leaders with deep and broad experience designing and executing Phase I–IV clinical trials for novel therapeutics. Expertise in related quantitative domains—such as adaptive designs, clinical pharmacology, data science, or model‐informed drug development—is highly advantageous. Depending on your skill set, the role may also include strategic consulting on clinical, safety/pharmacovigilance, regulatory, and market‐access pathways to accelerate patient access to new health technologies.

• Client Leadership & Strategic Advisory
  • Serve as an externally recognized thought leader in clinical development, regulatory strategy, market access strategy, and quantitative clinical methods.
  • Provide strategic guidance to clients on optimizing clinical development plans, trial design, decision‐making frameworks, and evidence generation.
  • Develop new methodologies and thought leadership materials for dissemination through conferences, publications, and webinars.
• Business Development & Account Growth
  • Lead business development, account management, and project execution across a broad and growing client portfolio.
  • Identify emerging client needs and shape innovative solutions aligned with Cytel's revenue, quality, and customer satisfaction objectives.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for Strategic Design Consulting engagements, developing trusted, long‐term partnerships with clients.
• Scientific & Clinical Expertise
  • Apply deep clinical development knowledge to design, initiate, and conduct effective clinical studies, integrating novel principles where appropriate.
  • Serve as a subject‐matter expert for assigned accounts and therapeutic areas, collaborating with consultants and associates across Cytel.
  • Maintain strong engagement with senior client leadership, regulatory agencies (FDA/EMA), and key opinion leaders to support and refine development strategies.
• Internal & External Leadership
  • Mentor and motivate a high‐performing team of consultants and analysts; model excellence in strategic thinking and scientific rigor.
  • Represent Cytel across the industry, demonstrating strong interpersonal leadership and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Participate in cross‐functional collaboration within Cytel's Strategic Consulting and other business units.

Qualifications & Experience

• MD, MD/PhD; subspecialty training and/or clinical practice experience desirable.
• 10+ years of experience in consulting, clinical trials, or health research environments.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and influence customer decision‐making processes, with a track record of identifying and capturing transformational opportunities.
• Deep understanding of the biopharmaceutical R&D process, complemented by strong business acumen and appreciation of broader organizational and industry dynamics.
• Proven strategic thinker with global orientation, strong analytical skills, and the ability to execute tactically in complex environments.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams, mentoring junior colleagues, and driving high‐impact consulting engagements.
• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA/EMA) and key opinion leaders to shape and enhance development plans.
• Ability to design and execute modern clinical studies and integrate them into cohesive clinical development strategies.
• Strong knowledge of disease areas or technical domains relevant to product development.
• Thorough understanding of clinical regulatory requirements, ICH/GCP guidelines, and ethical standards.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial, self‐motivated, and comfortable working in fast‐paced, high‐growth environments.

Why Cytel?

• Play an integral role in shaping the future of drug development for clients worldwide.
• Contribute to an exciting new chapter in Cytel's history, with opportunities for growth and advancement into senior leadership roles.
• Work alongside and learn from some of the most innovative and influential minds in the industry.