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Who We Are Imagine the opportunity to work with some of today’s top pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies.

Imagine a career where every day brings something new, something different, something challenging.

This is what it’s like to work at Sedulo Group .

Sedulo Group ( www.sedulogroup.com ), named one of Consulting Magazine’s Best Firms to Work For and recognized by Inc.

Magazine as one of the fastest growing privately held consulting firms in America, is a thought leader in the integration of competitive strategy, competitive intelligence, and market research .

We are a competitive strategy consultancy that works on behalf of our clients to understand their competitive environment and outmaneuver their competition.

Our work shapes strategy at the highest levels of the life sciences industry and, by extension, positively impacts patients’ lives.

About the Role We are seeking a seasoned and dynamic Director to join our Life Sciences Strategy & Intelligence practice.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for guiding client engagements, developing team capabilities, and shaping the strategic direction of our work.

Directors at Sedulo operate as player-coaches , leading teams of Client Engagement Managers and Analysts while remaining actively engaged in delivery.

They elevate the quality of insights, ensure operational excellence, and serve as trusted advisors to both clients and internal teams.

This role requires a deep understanding of how pharmaceutical and biotech organizations leverage competitive intelligence to inform strategic and tactical decisions, along with the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable insights that drive impact.

What You’ll Do Client Leadership & Delivery Excellence Provide senior oversight across multiple client engagements, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality, strategic, and actionable insights Elevate team outputs by sharpening the “so what” and tying insights to client business priorities Serve as a senior thought partner and escalation point for client stakeholders Ensure all deliverables meet Sedulo’s highest standards of quality, professionalism, and polish Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a high-performance and collaborative team environment Act as a therapeutic area and competitive intelligence subject matter expert , serving as a sounding board for teams Drive structured development through coaching, feedback, and structured growth opportunities Business Development & Growth Support business development efforts including proposal development, pitch participation, and opportunity shaping Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and deliver additional value Represent Sedulo in client interactions, workshops, and industry settings Operational Excellence & Innovation Drive delivery and operational excellence across engagements, including project structuring, resourcing, and workflow management Champion innovation in delivery through the integration of AI, automation, tools, and new deliverable formats Continuously refine internal processes and methodologies to scale quality, consistency, and efficiency Project Contribution Actively contribute to project work when needed, including research design, insight generation , and deliverable development Demonstrate a willingness to roll up sleeves and engage deeply in complex or nuanced workstreams Provide hands-on guidance in high-priority or challenging engagements Workshops & Strategic Engagements Support and participate in client workshops, including competitive strategy discussions and scenario planning exercises Translate insights into interactive, decision-oriented implications that drive client action Our Ideal Candidate Education Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences discipline required (Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related field) Advanced degree strongly preferred (MS, PhD, MBA) Experience 6–10+ years of experience in life sciences consulting, competitive intelligence, or strategic insights roles Proven experience leading teams and overseeing complex client engagements Experience in a client-facing role , with an appreciation for the dynamics of client service, delivery excellence, and stakeholder management Exposure to pharma workshops or strategic engagements such as scenario planning or competitive discussions Skills & Attributes Strategic & Industry Expertise Strong understanding of how pharmaceutical manufacturers leverage insights to inform strategic and tactical decision-making Broad knowledge of clinical development, commercialization, product launch, and lifecycle management across therapeutic areas Insight Generation & Storytelling Exceptional ability to synthesize complex and disparate information into clear, concise, and compelling insights Ability to translate intelligence into executive-level narratives tailored to diverse stakeholder groups Leadership & Team Development Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across levels Operational & Delivery Excellence Deep commitment to quality , with a strong focus on QA/QC and continuous improvement Ability to manage multiple workstreams while maintaining clarity, structure, and efficiency Innovation & Technical Fluency Strong understanding of how data, technology, AI, and automation can enhance competitive intelligence workflows Interest in driving innovation across tools, processes, and deliverable formats Mindset Player-coach mentality with a willingness to engage directly in the work Intellectual curiosity, ownership , and a strong bias toward action High standards for quality and a commitment to delivering exceptional client value Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary Performance-based bonus Comprehensive benefits package (health, vision, dental, life and disability, 401k with match, PTO, holidays, and professional development) Remote position with opportunities to travel occasionally for team meetings, client engagements, and industry events Why Sedulo?

At Sedulo, you will:

• Play a leadership role in shaping high-impact strategies for top-tier life sciences clients Influence both client outcomes and internal team development Help drive the evolution of competitive intelligence through innovation and strategic thinking Join a firm recognized for growth, excellence, and culture Powered by JazzHR