Strategic Operations Consultant Early Discovery
Strategic Operations Consultant Early Discovery
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Consultant at Warman OBrien | Medical Affairs | UK & Europe
Warman OBrien is delighted to be partnering on the appointment of a Strategic Operations Consultant - Early Discovery.
This is a unique opportunity to step into the fast-growing cosmetics and consumer health space, supporting early-stage R&D teams as they advance novel ingredients and biological assets through the earliest phases of discovery. Its ideally suited to someone with pharmaceutical or biotech industry experience who has transitioned into a more strategic, business-focused role - particularly within a life science consultancy or within a Venture Capital Firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a strategic partner to early discovery scientists, helping to shape asset-level decisions at the earliest points in the pipeline.
- Liaise with R&D and drug product leads to align scientific priorities with resource allocation, timelines, and commercial potential.
- Translate scientific progress into business insights - forecasting revenue potential, informing prioritisation, and driving investment decisions.
- Represent operational and commercial thinking within cross-functional teams, contributing to strategic planning across early-stage programs.
- Work closely with senior stakeholders and the C-suite to ensure alignment of scientific activities with broader company goals.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum BSc in a life science field; advanced degree or MBA a plus.
- Prior hands-on research experience with a strong understanding of early drug discovery.
- Industry experience in pharma, early-stage biotech, or a life science consultancy (excluding Big 4); VC exposure is a plus.
- Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and translating complex science into actionable business strategy.
- Highly analytical, resourceful, and capable of making data-informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Based in the US or open to working with a US-headquartered organisation.
This is a rare opportunity to blend scientific depth with strategic thinking in a high-impact role at the intersection of R&D and business, within a fast-growing consumer biotech environment.
Please get in touch if youd like to learn more or can recommend someone in your network.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Project Management and Research-
Industries
Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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