Manager - Market Access - NY or MA

Make an Impact in Life Sciences - Manager, Life Sciences Strategy Consulting (US)

A specialist consultancy working exclusively with biopharma clients is seeking an experienced Manager - Life Sciences Strategy Consulting to join their expanding US team. With a focus on commercial strategy and market access across the full product lifecycle, this firm partners with biotech and pharmaceutical companies to shape launch plans, portfolio strategy, and organizational excellence.

The business is known for its collaborative, flat-structured environment, where experienced consultants have the autonomy to lead while contributing to a shared mission: helping life sciences companies bring meaningful therapies to patients, especially in areas like oncology, immunology, and rare diseases.

Your role as Manager - Life Sciences Strategy Consulting

• Lead and deliver high-impact consulting projects across product launch planning, market access, and portfolio strategy

• Scope, design, and manage projects from end-to-end, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and client satisfaction

• Guide teams through primary and secondary research, analysis, and development of strategic recommendations

• Present findings and insights directly to senior stakeholders at leading biotech and pharma companies

• Oversee multiple workstreams simultaneously, balancing detail with big-picture thinking

• Contribute to the firm's growth through business development, proposal support, and identifying new opportunities

• Mentor, develop, and manage junior team members, supporting a high-performance team culture

Experience and qualifications for the Manager - Life Sciences Strategy Consulting role

• 4+ years' experience in life sciences consulting or strategic roles in the biopharma industry

• Proven track record in commercial strategy, product launch, or organizational planning for specialty therapeutics

• Strong understanding of US market access strategy, including coverage, coding, pricing, and reimbursement

• Direct experience with payers across commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and federal healthcare segments

• Familiarity with pharmacy and medical benefits, reimbursement pathways, and care delivery settings

• Prior experience leading or supporting primary market research in a consulting context

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional teams and client engagements

• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to engage senior clients and deliver strategic insight

• Advanced degree preferred (MBA, PhD, MD, MPH, or equivalent)

Perks and benefits

• Competitive base salary from $160,000 to $175,000, depending on experience

• High-impact incentive compensation structure

• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing consultancy known for its subject-matter depth and specialist focus

• Exposure to cutting-edge therapeutic areas and innovative biopharma clients

• A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with clear progression opportunities

• Flexibility and autonomy in project delivery and career development