Life Science Project Manager – Junior Consultant, Senior Consultant

Life Science Project Manager – Junior Consultant, Senior Consultant

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Job Description & Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing Life Sciences Advisory team. With 3-4 years of relevant project management experience, you will lead and support the successful delivery of Life Sciences consulting projects. In this role, you will collaborate closely with our Life Sciences consultants and client stakeholders to manage project execution, ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and scope, and drive innovative solutions for our clients in the Life Sciences sector. As a key member of the team, you will also contribute to business development and client relationship management while mentoring junior team members. The role offers a chance to contribute to and support a variety of client engagements across our Life Sciences portfolio.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industries although this is not essential. A general knowledge or familiarity with industry systems (e.g. ERP, MES etc.), and Agile project management experience would be advantageous, though not essential, while experience in various areas of the life sciences industry (e.g. PMO, regulatory affairs, operational excellence, R&D, market access, or other) would also be beneficial.

Embrace the possibility to apply – at Grant Thornton we are constantly upskilling our staff. If you do not meet all of the listed requirements, please do not be discouraged from applying. We value a growth-oriented mindset and are dedicated to supporting you in reaching your full potential.

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Project Manager in the Life Sciences Advisory team, you will play a key role in managing client projects and supporting colleagues in delivering tailored solutions. With 3-4 years of relevant experience, you will be expected to take ownership of project execution, ensuring the successful delivery of projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Support Project Execution: Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to manage and execute the delivery of complex projects for key clients across the Life Sciences industry.

• Client Engagement and Relationship Management: Serve as a point of contact for clients, assisting in communication, addressing project-related queries, and fostering strong client relationships to ensure high-quality project delivery.

• Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research and data analysis to support the development of strategic solutions for clients. This includes analysing sector trends, industry regulations, and operational data.

• Develop and Deliver Client Solutions: Contribute to the development and delivery of innovative solutions, collaborating with senior consultants to create actionable recommendations and strategies tailored to each client.

• Prepare Reports and Presentations: Develop high-quality presentations, reports, and deliverables that clearly communicate project findings, insights, and recommendations to clients and senior stakeholders.

• Contribute to Business Growth: Assist in the preparation of proposals and tender documentation, business development activities, and marketing initiatives to support the growth of the consulting practice.

• Risk and Issue Management: Identify and manage project risks and issues, escalating them as necessary, and working with the team to develop mitigation strategies. Preparing comprehensive project documentation including, but not limited to, Project Plans, Reports, RAID Logs, Status Updates etc.

• Team Collaboration and Leadership: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met. Mentor and guide junior team members, offering advice and support as needed.

• Stay Current with Life Sciences Industry Trends: Continuously monitor developments in the life sciences sector, including regulatory changes, market shifts, and new technologies. Share relevant insights with the team to inform project strategies.

• Professional Development and Training: Participate in ongoing professional development activities to enhance expertise in Life Sciences consulting and project management methodologies.

Skills and Experience

Education and Certifications

• A third-level degree, with a strong academic record.

• Project Management certification, with a demonstrated ability to apply best practices, tools and methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, or tailored approaches) to deliver measurable project outcomes.

• Change Management Certifications (Prosci Change Management Certification, Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP), Change Management Practitioner (CMP). (Not essential)

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience depending on the level being applied for.

Skills and Competencies

• Project/Programme Management Experience: Proven experience in successfully delivering high-quality life sciences-related projects, ideally within a consulting firm or professional services environment. Prior exposure to life sciences advisory services is highly desirable.

• End-to-End Project Delivery: Demonstrated ability to manage and oversee projects through all stages of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring successful outcomes within scope, timeline, and budget.

• Strong Analytical and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent analytical capabilities with the ability to assess complex data and provide actionable insights. Skilled in building and maintaining effective relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration.

• Multi-Tasking and Deadline Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Effective Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior stakeholders, clients, and team members. Experience in preparing clear, concise reports, presentations, and tender documents.

• Time Management and Prioritisation: Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively, ensuring that critical deadlines are met without compromising quality.

• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail, ensuring that all aspects of project deliverables and communications are accurate and thorough.

• Big-Picture and Detail-Oriented Thinking: Ability to balance strategic, high-level thinking with a focus on granular details, ensuring both vision and execution are aligned with client expectations.

• Curiosity and Business Development: A proactive, inquisitive mindset with a natural curiosity to explore new business opportunities and contribute to the growth of the consulting practice.

• Problem-Solving and Initiative: Self-motivated, solution-focused approach with the ability to identify challenges and implement effective solutions independently, driving continuous improvement and innovation. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Life at Grant Thornton 

Reward and benefits: 

Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.

We offer an excellent range of rewards and benefits to suit your lifestyle:

• Employer Pension Contributions

• Career progression with an annual promotion cycle (dependent on eligibility)

• Professional subscriptions paid

• Health insurance group scheme discount

• Annual flu vaccination

• Employee assistance programme

• Fresh fruit in each office daily

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Payday breakfast

• Be Well initiative

• Funded sports and social events

• Life assurance scheme

• Employee discounts

Find out more about the benefits at Grant Thornton here: Our Benefits | Grant Thornton.

Flexible working environment:

At Grant Thornton we promote a flexible working environment and are currently support a hybrid working model. We also offer employees the opportunity to avail of a compressed working week the Friday before each Bank Holiday and every week from June – August inclusive. This allows employees the opportunity to finish at 3pm on a Friday, subject to client approval.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

At Grant Thornton, we provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues. We are a responsible, sustainable business where Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I) are at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda. Today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs. People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied backgrounds, racial differences, cultures, sexual orientations, religious orientations, ages, gender identities, abilities and family types present diverse viewpoints which need to be heard and valued.

We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the Firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our Firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our Firm’s best-practice principles, and we will champion you as leaders from day one.

Recognition:

We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrate success by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion, or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme. We also offer a defined contribution pension and life assurance.

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