Director, Consulting

At Vynamic, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and life sciences companies to address critical strategic, operational, and organizational challenges—from early-stage planning through commercialization and beyond. Our Directors serve as trusted advisors to senior client stakeholders, shaping strategy, leading high-impact engagements, and driving measurable outcomes.

We are looking for individuals who bring deep industry knowledge, strong business acumen, and the ability to translate evolving market dynamics into actionable solutions. Our work spans key service areas including Strategic Planning, Vendor Selection & Management, Process Design, Systems Implementation, and Organizational Change.

What you'll be doing:

Serve as a strategic advisor to pharmaceutical and life sciences clients, aligning engagement objectives with business priorities across the product lifecycle

Lead complex engagements spanning areas such as commercialization strategy, launch planning, operating model design, and transformation initiatives

Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across functions (e.g., Commercial, Medical Affairs, Market Access, R&D, and Operations)

Drive execution of client initiatives, ensuring high-quality deliverables and measurable business impact

Identify emerging client needs and industry trends (e.g., market access pressures, digital transformation, evolving regulatory landscape) and translate them into new opportunities

Contribute to business development efforts by expanding existing accounts and supporting new client acquisition

Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams, fostering ownership, growth, and a collaborative culture

Ensure clarity, rigor, and quality in all client deliverables, including executive-level presentations and strategic recommendations

Proactively manage risks, timelines, and competing priorities across multiple engagements

Build Vynamic’s presence in the pharma sector through thought leadership, industry insights, and participation in relevant forums

Support recruiting efforts by engaging with and attracting top talent to the firm

Foster a culture aligned with Vynamic’s values, emphasizing collaboration, excellence, and impact

What you'll need:

Bachelor’s degree with 6–8+ years of experience at a leading consulting firm (life sciences-focused consulting experience preferred)

Demonstrated experience leading engagements within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry

Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical value chain, including drug development, commercialization, market access, and lifecycle management

Experience in one or more of Vynamic’s core service areas, with application in pharma contexts:

Strategic Planning (e.g., portfolio strategy, launch readiness)

Vendor Selection & Management (e.g., outsourcing models, partner ecosystems)

Process Design (e.g., commercial operations, medical affairs processes)

Systems Implementation (e.g., CRM, data & analytics platforms)

Organizational Change (e.g., transformations, operating model shifts)

Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and advise senior client stakeholders

Proven ability to identify, shape, and convert business development opportunities

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging executive audiences

Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop talent, and drive high performance

Strong problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and comfort with ambiguity

Resilience and adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments

Alignment with and embodiment of Vynamic’s brand and values

Inizio Ignite, Vynamic

Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health. Our Vynamic management consulting team connects strategy to action, driving healthcare transformation. We partner with leading health and life science companies serving brand & commercial, Medical Affairs, R&D, and Health Services. Our expertise spans offerings including strategic planning & mobilization (SP&M), operating model & organization design (OMOD), deal activation & partnership enablement (DAPE), product launch strategy & planning, customer experience transformation, tech & digital transformation, strategic project management office, and change management. Proudly part of Inizio – the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward

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Further Information

This is a full-time role and will follow a hybrid work environment in either Boston, Durham, Philadelphia, or New York City.

Additional compensation

Eligible for a sales and chargeability-based bonus with on-target total compensation of approximately $200,000–$250,000+.

Base compensation

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. This range may differ based on your experience and skill set, geographic location, and cost of living considerations. We consider compensation more than just a base salary – that’s why we also offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation

$170,000 — $200,000 USD

Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.