Director of Early Pipeline & Corporate Strategy

Shape the Future of Immunology: Director of Early Pipeline & Corporate Strategy

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for immunology and a knack for bridging science and business? We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Early Pipeline & Corporate Strategy to play a pivotal role in guiding our Immunology Innovation Program (IIP) and shaping our company’s future.

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About the Role

In this high-visibility, cross-functional role, you’ll be at the forefront of strategic decision-making, collaborating with leadership and global stakeholders across R&D, corporate development, clinical, commercial, and finance. Your expertise will be instrumental in aligning early R&D initiatives with our broader corporate objectives and contributing to high-level portfolio strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing compelling business cases for early IIP opportunities across various immunology indications.
• Providing strategic input into discovery-stage efforts and playing a crucial role in target prioritization.
• Integrating IIP portfolio insights into long-range planning and creating impactful development roadmaps.
• Crafting frameworks to accurately assess the translational and commercial potential of early-stage assets.
• Monitoring the competitive landscape and emerging scientific trends to inform early investment decisions.
• Supporting comprehensive portfolio reviews and driving cross-functional prioritization efforts.
• Conducting robust scenario planning and insightful risk/benefit analysis to guide critical pipeline decisions.
• Contributing directly to the company’s strategic planning process and shaping our long-term corporate vision.
• Leading the development of sophisticated valuation and forecasting models across diverse therapeutic areas.
• Collaborating closely with commercial and HEOR teams to deeply understand unmet needs and identify compelling opportunity spaces.
• Working in close partnership with Science, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Business Development, and Finance teams.
• Contributing to strategic evaluations of potential external partnerships or acquisition opportunities.
• Helping to embed strategic frameworks that foster consistent, data-driven decision-making across the organization.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual with:

• 8–12+ years of experience in biotech/pharma strategy, strategic finance, corporate development, or consulting.
• An advanced degree in life sciences or an MBA with strong scientific fluency (Immunology background strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated experience working with early-stage pipelines and navigating scientific uncertainty.
• Exceptional analytical and modeling capabilities, with the ability to translate complex data into clear and actionable recommendations.
• A strategic mindset with excellent communication and influencing skills to effectively engage with diverse audiences.
• Comfort operating in a dynamic, cross-functional, and global environment.
• A proven ability to lead through influence and foster collaboration across diverse teams.

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, a flexible and inclusive work environment, and a values-based culture focused on innovation, integrity, and making a real impact on patients’ lives. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of immunology.