Director - Commercial Life Sciences

Guidehouse

London, UKonsitePosted Jul 7, 2026
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About the role

Job Family:

Strategy & Transformation

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

None

What You Will Do:

Breakthroughs in pharma are helping people live healthier lives than ever before: we are in the midst of a transformative time in terms of novel medicines with more profound impacts. Guidehouse’s Life Sciences practice is an engine of this innovation, helping biotech and pharmaceutical develop custom solutions to tackle today’s challenges while anticipating tomorrow’s. We are seeking additional team members in our London office – including a leader who can mentor our teas, partner with existing and new clients, and build a broader EU/UK footprint for the firm.

In this role, you will be be accountable for growing and managing client relationships while expectations while mentoring and developing our UK team. The successful candidate will have strengths in commercialization and pricing / market access and be able to lead transformational project, open to technology and data / analytics solutions, and be a builder. You will not do it alone: you will work seamlessly with US-based Partners and Directors in expanding our brand in Europe, which includes a number of existing strong client relationships.

Guidehouse strives to foster an inclusive and diverse work culture and thoughtfully develop our people through challenging work, valuable learning and educational programs. We cultivate a culture of mentorship and feedback for professional and personal growth. We help our clients take control of their future. This mission extends to our employee's careers, health and well-being and by the many ways we give back to our communities. If you’re passionately motivated to make a difference and deliver exceptional work, we invite you to learn more about your career opportunities at https://guidehouse.com/careers

What You Will Need:

BA/BS degree in Science, Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare, Business or related course of study. MBA / PhD / PharmD / MD degree or equivalent preferred.

7-10+ years of Life Sciences (Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Specialty Pharma and/or Medical Technology) consulting experience or blend of consulting & industry experience.

7 + years commercialization, launch, and/or global pricing and market access experience.

What Would be Nice to Have:

EME end client, sourcing and business development relationships

Track record of over $2 Million in individual sales

Comfort with and desire to build a Tech- and data and Analytics- Advisory Solutions

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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