Technology Strategy Principal Director -- Life Sciences Industry
We Are:
Technology Strategy and Advisory and we design and execute industry-relevant reinventions that allow organizations to realize exceptional business value from technology. Our vision is to become the world's leading advisors in harnessing technology and innovation as a force to reinvent and improve every business. Our mission is to architect and realize exceptional value from technology for our clients.
Technology Strategy leverages deep technology expertise, empowering clients to be more competitive by leading initiatives that develop pioneering, technology-enabled strategies that unlock value and drive growth. To stay agile in a world dominated by change, the C-suite must build new business architectures that break away from old ways of doing things, giving them the agility to compete and grow in the new.?Accenture Technology Strategy enables leaders to act quickly and confidently as they pivot to the future. Known for our ability to execute at speed, we develop new capabilities in areas including Applied Intelligence, data and analytics, blockchain, robotics, Internet of Things and cyber
You Are:
A Technology Strategy Thought Leader & Expert with tons of top-flight leadership experience in technology and management skills, with embedded relationships and experience in the Life Sciences sector. You have deep, differentiated skills and expertise that are in high demand and relevant in the market. You have energy and drive in abundance, along with personal resilience, a passion for serving clients, and a love of continual learning. As a senior leader, you're a natural at appreciating diverse perspectives and bringing out the best in teams, while also establishing credibility & confidence with C-Suite client leaders. As a Principal Director, you demonstrate "the four Cs" to the fullest:
Credentials - you have a proven track record of consistently delivering high value work.
Capability - you can show meaningful contribution to assets and practice areas.
Connections - you have evidence of C-Suite relevance and demonstrated ability to build senior client relationships.
Content - you have demonstrated ability to contribute, build, and lead thought capital.
The Work:
Lead complex projects to make sure clients are positioned for long-term success with practical road maps for carrying out Digital, IT or Cloud strategy, managing change, monitoring and gauging processes, and taking remedial steps.
Earn the trust of senior leaders at client organizations and partner with them to create strategic solutions at the intersection of business, technology, and operations.
Build relationships with clients to raise Accenture's profile as a long-term trusted advisor and partner
Strengthen Accenture's Technology Strategy practice and role as a thought leader by creating content and taking part in professional forums, both internal and external.
Drive and lead projects that deliver world-class business technology strategy solutions.
Mentor junior members of the Strategy team and prepare them for more responsibility. economic, technology, and social trends.
Travel as needed.
Here is what you need:
Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in Technology Strategy, including at least 8 years in a management or leadership role driving technology-led business transformation within the Products/Life Sciences Industry..
Minimum of 8 years of experience in management or strategy consulting, with a proven track record of shaping and delivering complex technology strategy engagements for C-suite clients Including deep expertise in at least two of the following Technology Strategy domains:
Operating Model Design & Technology Architecture Strategy
Technology M&A / Post-Merger Integration Strategy
Technology Value Realization and Cost Take-Out
Cloud, Data, or AI-Enabled Transformation Strategy
Technology-Driven Revenue Growth or Platform Modernization
Bachelor's degree required
Bonus Points If:
You have a proven ability to lead high-performing teams, structure complex problem-solving efforts, and translate business strategy into actionable technology initiatives
MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Demonstrated experience developing and presenting business cases (both quantitative and qualitative) to support major strategic initiatives or technology investments
Recognized as a Thought Leader or Subject Matter Expert in Technology Strategy - evidenced by one or more of the following:
Publishing thought leadership or research papers
Speaking at industry conferences or client forums
Serving as a recognized internal or external SME for Technology Strategy topics
You bring a strong network and reputation within the Life Sciences ecosystem and can open doors to new client relationships
You have experience developing go-to-market assets or intellectual capital in Technology Strategy
You have demonstrated commercial acumen - managing budgets, forecasts, and complex deal structures
You are known for building trusted relationships with C-suite stakeholders and advising senior executives on technology-enabled growth and efficiency opportunities
You have advanced communication and presentation skills, with a history of delivering compelling, executive-level narratives
You are passionate about coaching and developing junior practitioners, helping shape the next generation of Technology Strategy leaders
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