Strand is a consulting company specialized in Life Sciences, supporting clients across pharma, biotech, medtech, and healthcare.
We combine expertise, agility, and a strong human approach to deliver high-quality consulting services. Our ambition is to build long‑term partnerships with both our clients and consultants, based on trust, impact, and excellence.
Your role
As a Senior Business Manager, you are a key driver of Strand’s growth in the Life Sciences sector.
You take ownership of your business scope, combining business development, client relationship management, and talent collaboration, while contributing to a high-performance and human‑centric environment.
This is a 360° business role, with a strong focus on strategic business development and long‑term client partnerships.
Your responsibilities
Business Development
* Identify, approach, and develop new clients within Life Sciences
* Build and expand a strong client portfolio
* Lead the full sales cycle: from opportunity identification to contract closing
* Drive sustainable revenue growth aligned with Strand’s ambitions
Client Relationship Management
* Act as a trusted advisor to your clients
* Understand their challenges
* Propose tailored consulting solutions with high added value
* Ensure high client satisfaction and long‑term partnerships
* Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to attract top consultants
* Assess candidates and ensure alignment with client needs and Strand standards
* Build and maintain a strong network of consultants
* Follow‑up on consultants’ missions and support their development together with Talent Management
* Develop and maintain a strong professional network
* Stay up to date with market trends and industry evolution
* Identify new opportunities and emerging areas of growth
Internal Collaboration
* Work closely with Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Marketing, and Events
* Contribute to employer branding and business positioning
* Share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement
Your profile
Experience
* 5–10+ years of experience in business management, consulting, or business development
* Strong experience in Life Sciences (pharma, biotech, medtech, healthcare) is preferred
* Proven track record in developing and managing client portfolios
Skills
* Strong commercial mindset with a consultative selling approach
* Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and listening skills
* Ability to combine strategic thinking with hands‑on execution
Mindset
* Entrepreneurial and results‑driven
* Strong ownership and accountability
* Natural relationship builder (clients & consultants)
* Curious and eager to understand complex environments
* Proactive, resilient, and solution‑oriented
Languages
* French and/or Dutch required
What we offer
* A key role with real ownership and autonomy
* The opportunity to build and grow your own business scope
* A dynamic, collaborative, and ambitious environment
* A strong company culture focused on people, quality, and long‑term partnerships
* Competitive salary package with an attractive bonus system
* Extra‑legal benefits (company car, insurances, net allowances, etc.)
* Flexible working conditions and attention to work‑life balance
* Regular team events and company activities
At Strand, we do consulting differently.
We focus on:
* quality over volume
* long‑term relationships over short‑term wins
* people development as a core priority
You will join a company where you can take ownership, have real impact, and help shape the future of the business.
Final note
We are not looking for a classic salesperson.
We are looking for someone who wants to build, develop, and own a business within a growing Life Sciences consulting company.
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