Engagement Manager, Strategy Consulting - Healthcare and Life Science

Overview

Engagement Manager - Life Science / Healthcare / Pharma
• Strategy Consulting / Commercial Due Diligence
• Chicago | Hybrid, 3 days in-office

We’re supporting a highly respected boutique strategy consultancy as they expand their footprint in North America. Known for partnering with top-tier private equity and corporate clients, this firm delivers high-impact insights on M&A and growth strategy. Their Chicago office is a close-knit, high-performing hub with strong international ties and zero red tape.

• Own client relationships across commercial due diligence and growth strategy projects
• Steer teams through challenging analysis and deliver impactful, concise insights
• Support business development and contribute to pitch efforts and networking
• Mentor and manage career paths for 2–3 junior colleagues
• Shape firm culture through internal ops (e.g., training, IP development, recruitment)

• 6+ years' experience, including experience in strategy consulting within healthcare/life science/pharma
• Experience as a Manager in a strategy consulting setting
• Experience engaging C-suite stakeholders in high-stakes discussions
• Commercial acumen and a strategic, data-literate mindset
• US work authorisation (visa sponsorship not available)

• Rapid merit-based progression with strong client exposure
• $200,000-$230,000 base salary + bonus
• Fully funded training programme and support for relevant qualifications

Due to a high number of applicants, we are only able to respond to successful candidates