Senior Director, Life Sciences (Finance)

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A&M

The Team

At A&M, our Life Sciences practice provides a broad range of services for our clients who are operating in an industry with high risks and rewards. We understand the urgency of their business and put our expertise to work when they need it most - when there are no second chances, company futures are on the line, and past attempts must now succeed. When time is of the essence, our clients turn to us - trusting we have the experience and solutions to help them reach their goals. Goals like successfully navigating financial constraints, maximizing a key product launch to ensure that patients can access the medicines they need, or effectively scaling during periods of rapid growth. Come be part of a team that is making an impact on the lives of so many. Join us in making a difference.

Our team prides itself on sustaining a culture that reflects our core values. We value integrity, quality, and objectivity in our work. We believe every day is a choice, and so we like what we do and with whom we do it. We embrace diversity, foster inclusiveness, and reward merit. We encourage and support our employees and communities through ongoing investments from leadership, social and networking events, peer-to-peer networks, Employee Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities, and pro-bono work. We are committed to promoting an inclusive environment in which all can develop, grow, and be supported.

How you will contribute

As a Senior Director, you will play a crucial leadership role in various case teams by devising and executing effective strategies to help our clients thrive. You will be the main conduit between our clients and our team. You are also responsible for developing internal best practices and providing mentorship to junior employees across different teams. This position offers a great opportunity for candidates to gain exposure to various strategic business issues within the life sciences industry and take on challenging and rewarding roles from the get-go.

The duties of a Senior Director may vary depending on the client engagement but can include:

• Engaging in c-suite and board-level conversations regarding the challenges facing clients and strategic initiatives for solving them
• Utilizing your experience and expertise to effectively function in interim roles (e.g., CEO, CFO, CCO)
• Serving as the main client point of contact for project engagements and guiding case teams, fostering innovation at all levels
• Leveraging research and data to synthesize insights and separate myth from fact while also customizing strategic frameworks to develop recommendations that will drive tangible value
• Retaining excellent working relationships with clients and liaising with leadership and the case team to ensure all project outputs include strategically sound and actionable recommendations
• Supporting business development through the ability to serve as a trusted advisor, identifying client needs, and shaping proposals to help address those needs
• Mentoring, guiding, coaching, and sharing topic matter knowledge with colleagues and the wider business.
• Assisting with the coordination of project staffing that meets team needs and supports direct reports' project interests and goals
• Managing and mentoring junior staff including training and development

Qualifications

People who are personable, knowledgeable, entrepreneurial, and fun. A unique blend of qualities that cannot be fast-tracked into existence. We are looking for:

• A minimum of 12 years of prior work experience in the life sciences industry, at least 6 of which is in consulting.
• Ability to thrive in solving the toughest problems and have the deftness to parachute into existing efforts and turn projects around.
• You value a supportive team atmosphere that values input from all members, regardless of their background or level of professional experience. You appreciate being around people who both challenge and support you.
• Your professional experience shows in your demeanor, expertise, and creativity.
• You have a proven track record in assessing and managing risk. Identifying trends comes naturally to you. You understand the meaning of an increasingly interconnected world within healthcare. You are excited to look beyond your immediate sector and create innovative solutions, considering integrated markets and industries.
• You possess desirable qualities such as being anticipatory, engaged, and respectful, which earn the respect of others.
• You have had the chance to lead and manage a team. Your passion lies in helping others and delivering exceptional value.
• Your solutions not only work on paper but also in practice. You've achieved a lot and have the network, credentials, and achievements to prove it.

If you see yourself in this description, we want to hear from you!

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Compensation Statement:

The annual base salary range is $200k-$250k commensurate with experience. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M's benefits programs.

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