Management Consultant - Principal - Life Sciences

We are a dynamic consulting firm, focused on delivering sustainable change. We support our clients to succeed in their long-term goals by helping them turn their strategy into action through exceptional delivery and establishing a culture of change. We are a transformation consultancy, meaning we work with clients on projects to deliver change and improvement, such as in the way they operate, the services they provide or how they manage their people. Our people are our greatest assets and are core to why our clients consistently work with us – our clients like who we are and how we work. We pride ourselves in being proactive, collaborative and straightforward team players, with focus on being successful together.

You will be part of a supportive and high‑performing team that looks after each other, has fun and celebrates success together. You can be assured of exciting opportunities on varied projects that will stretch you and equip you with skills, experience and knowledge to help organisations respond to turbulence and improve. We will expect you to contribute to a culture of sustainability and embrace Moorhouse’s social responsibility by integrating responsible practices and upholding ethical standards and awareness in everyday work. Moorhouse is currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Our Life Sciences sector is a critical part of our business and has experienced double‑digit growth in recent years. It is an exciting place to work – we are constantly pushing our own boundaries in terms of the capabilities of our team, the nature of the projects we deliver and the impact we have for our clients. We work in corporate teams of Life Sciences organisations solving their most critical business problems, such as responding to disruptive technology trends; implementing innovative products; delivering transformation programmes; upskilling and building capability; or defining operating models and accompanying organisational design.

We have an ambitious strategy to continue growth of our revenue and capabilities. Our Life Sciences expertise spans the value chain from R&D and clinical development through commercial and post‑market support, as well as in support functions such as digital & technology and HR. Within this, we have four business functions that are core to our strategy and continued growth: Commercial, Medical Affairs, R&D and Global Health. Together, we enable Life Sciences organisations to maximise their business value and social impact to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

We are looking for a Principal to lead our Commercial function. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team and use your experience to own, shape and lead a growing area for Moorhouse:

• Support accelerated growth for our Life Sciences sector by defining our Commercial offerings and how we go to market, and by winning exciting new work and growing our project & client base.
• Lead the delivery of high‑profile, innovative and important initiatives, including Commercial functions that provide competitive advantage and improve health outcomes for patients.
• Build our team’s Commercial capability.
• Share your valuable skills and experience, as well as growing and leveraging these in supporting our clients deliver their most critical initiatives.
• Be a key leader to a vibrant and thriving sector within Moorhouse, contributing to the continued growth of a multi‑million‑pound sector.
• Continue to build your expertise in Life Sciences including through training, proposition development and marketing.
• Contribute to a culture of sustainability and embrace Moorhouse’s social responsibility by integrating responsible practices and upholding ethical standards and awareness in everyday work.

Essential skills:

• 9+ years’ experience from a management consulting firm working on transformation and change projects.
• Subject matter knowledge and experience working in Commercial business functions in Life Sciences organisations.
• Outstanding delivery, advisory and transformation capability with experience leading transformation programmes or large projects and leading teams.
• A demonstrable sales record with personally attributable sales of >£500k.
• Strong commercial awareness, business development capability and ability to identify & scope consulting solutions.
• Account management expertise (desired).
• A strong external network, with excellent interpersonal skills and a track record building and nurturing strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to effectively manage and collaborate with senior stakeholders (VP and above).
• A strong track record of leading teams, building capability, coaching, and upskilling colleagues.
• A ‘big picture business thinker’ with a passion for solving business problems.
• A passion for Life Sciences and delivering transformation and change that improves health for patients.

Benefits package we offer at Moorhouse:

• A total cash package of up to £128,500 comprising of a base salary of £105,000 and a combination of personal and company bonuses that are paid every six months.
• 25 days annual leave increasing by one day for every full year of service to a maximum of 30 days with the option to buy or sell up to five days of annual leave per year.
• Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Group Personal Pension Scheme and a range of discounted lifestyle and well‑being benefits through Perkbox.
• Enhanced family‑friendly package: generous parental pay, flexible working options, and paid time off for family commitments.
• Inclusive Culture and Community: a wide range of employee resource groups that encourage collaboration, peer support and offer learning and education opportunities across the business.
• A culture where we recognise and reward performance consistently and transparently across the firm.

Our offices are based near Liverpool Street in London, though we expect you to spend time with clients at their offices. We support flexible and hybrid working. Moorhouse is proud to be an inclusive employer, and our values underpin a workplace where we are respected, supported, and able to thrive.