Consulting Partner in Pharma & Life Science

About the role

Artefact is seeking a Partner to scale its Pharma & Life Sciences practice in Switzerland. This role focuses on business development, client relationship management, and leading data and AI transformation projects for pharma, biotech, and medtech companies. You will be responsible for defining the practice's strategy, building a client portfolio, and overseeing high-quality project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Scale the Swiss Life Sciences practice by developing its offer, client base, and team.
• Grow existing client relationships and win new business through proactive origination.
• Lead senior client stakeholders through data and AI transformation initiatives.
• Oversee project delivery, quality assurance, and strategic support for client engagements.
• Build a go-to-market plan and navigate pharma procurement processes.
• Mentor and develop a team of consultants while ensuring delivery meets regulatory standards like GxP.

Required skills

• Data Consulting
• Pharma Industry
• Life Sciences
• Business Development
• AI Strategy
• Data Transformation
• GxP
• Computer System Validation

Nice to have

• German
• French

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of professional experience
• 8+ years serving pharma, biotech or medtech clients at a consultancy or technology firm
• Current experience as Director, Principal or Associate Partner with a personal sales target

Benefits

• Great Place to Work certified

About the Company

Artefact is a global data and AI consulting firm with over 2,500 consultants, data scientists, and engineers worldwide. The Swiss team of around 50 people operates from Zurich and Lausanne, focusing on AI strategy, governance, and data transformation.