Engagement Manager – Competitive Strategy

Prescient Healthcare

. Act as day-to-day lead on small and mid-size projects or key workstreams within larger engagements .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in biopharma client services, competitive intelligence, and project management, with a strong ability to build client relationships and deliver actionable insights. Proficient in therapeutic areas, clinical development, and navigating the evolving biopharmaceutical market.

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Biopharma Client ServicesCompetitive IntelligenceProject ManagementTherapeutic Area ExpertiseClear Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Project ExecutionWorkstream StructuringProposal DevelopmentClinical DevelopmentProduct Strategy

Soft Skills

CoachingFeedbackBuilding TrustAdaptabilitySynthesis of Complex Information

Certifications & Qualifications

BA/BSAdvanced Degree in Life Science

Industry Keywords

Biopharmaceutical MarketCompetitive LandscapeClient EngagementAccount GrowthStakeholder Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as day-to-day lead on small and mid-size projects or key workstreams within larger engagements
Work through others by coaching and supporting Analysts and Consultants
Make strong individual contributions and support senior team members
Serve as a core client contact and develop productive, enduring relationships
Establish credibility as a strategic advisor
Ensure projects are delivered effectively, efficiently and to high quality standards
Report to a Director, Associate Vice President or Vice President on project progress, risks and resource needs
Lead day-to-day management of competitive strategy and competitive intelligence engagements
Structure and manage workstreams, guide junior team members and align analytical approaches with client objectives
Understand client contexts, anticipate needs and deliver actionable insights
Support senior leaders in providing best-in-class client service
Identify and qualify new business opportunities, shape proposals and recommend account growth pathways
Deepen client relationships, engage senior stakeholders, articulate value and drive account expansion
Develop and apply therapeutic area, clinical development, regulatory and competitive environment expertise
Serve as a knowledge resource to internal teams
Provide coaching, feedback and oversight to junior team members
Attend industry conferences or virtual events to gather competitive insights and build stakeholder and trend familiarity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in biopharma client services and consulting is required
Competitive intelligence experience is preferred
Proven experience managing day-to-day project execution, ensuring high-quality outputs and timely delivery
Experience structuring workstreams, managing junior team members and maintaining project momentum
Awareness of business development opportunities and ability to contribute to proposal development
Strong grounding in therapeutic areas, clinical development, product strategy and competitive landscapes
Ability to quickly learn new disease areas and modalities
Confidence interacting directly with clients to clarify needs, present findings and support ongoing engagement
Ability to build trust through credibility, preparedness and thoughtful communication
Clear and confident communication skills
Ability to synthesise complex information and communicate insights clearly and structurally
Willingness to support analyses while elevating the team’s work
Ability to give and receive feedback constructively
Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to new situations and rapidly acquire new expertise
BA/BS required
Advanced degree in a life science discipline is preferred
Good understanding of the evolving US biopharmaceutical market and trends

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive package and remuneration linked to performance
A strong values-based culture grounded in collaboration, curiosity and excellence
Tailored career development based on your interests and aspirations
Supportive colleagues who invest in each other’s success
Leaders committed to mentorship
Opportunities to influence the business and help shape the growing Competitive Strategy practice
Flexible working schedule
Recognition for outstanding contributions
Flat hierarchy empowering ownership and impact