Vice President of Global Strategic Accounts

Role Location: US East Coast – Boston, New York, Philadelphia areas preferred

About Inizio

Inizio is a global partner with over 10,500 experts operating in more than 50 countries. We support health and life science companies by turning science into strategy and executing across the product and patient journey. Our services include market research, strategy consulting, transformation consulting, and commercial benchmarking, all designed to be data-backed and patient-inspired.

About Ignite

We are Inizio Ignite, the global advisory partner for health and life sciences encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, STEM, and Vynamic. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health.

Role Overview

The Ignite VP of Global Strategic Accounts is responsible for driving sales growth by identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities within Ignite’s portfolio of accounts and services. This role requires a deep understanding of the life sciences and healthcare landscape, strong client relationship development skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally internally to propose and deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Serve as a senior point of contact for key client relationships, especially across prioritized Ignite accounts.
• Drive client growth by identifying whitespace opportunities, areas for cross-Ignite solution selling, and deepening client engagement.
• Lead strategic account planning sessions, ensuring cross-Ignite visibility and alignment. Lead and/or participate in key quarterly business activities for specified accounts.
• Lead or support end-to-end sales processes and serve as primary point of contact for priority Ignite accounts expanding the Ignite footprint in collaboration with Vertical practice area leaders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across pharmaceutical, biotech, and healthcare organizations by establishing/building net new client relationships, fostering relationships within white space at existing accounts, and/or increasing access to SVP and VP-level clients.
• Collaborate with Marketing and GTM teams to refine messaging, positioning, and campaign execution.
• Work closely with Pricing, Solutions, and Delivery teams to ensure proposals are competitive, compelling, and aligned to client needs.
• Maintain accurate sales pipeline, client contact and forecasting data using CRM tools.
• Represent Ignite at industry events, conferences, and client meetings to promote all Ignite services and thought leadership.
• Engage with Inizio Enterprise Account Management to provide feedback on market trends, client needs, and competitive positioning.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Demonstrated experience in sales or business development within life sciences, healthcare consulting, or related sectors.
• Demonstrated experience with one or more sales methodologies that involve pipeline filling / prospecting, advancing existing deals, closing deals, and related client-facing activities.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Ignite services and solutions (may be limited to one Ignite business today).
• Ability to tailor Ignite services and solutions in a way that delivers optimal client value, even if there is internal ambiguity or uncertainty about the details of delivery.
• Demonstrated network of influential, budget-holding life sciences and healthcare client relationships.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and driving revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of the healthcare and life sciences industry, including commercialization, market access, and transformation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, AI and sales analytics tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Life Sciences, or related field; advanced degree preferred.

Our Pledge

At Inizio, we value inclusivity, recognize the power of diversity, and inspire the next generation of changemakers. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome all applications regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or disability.

Artificial Intelligence

Inizio may use AI technologies to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, but all hiring decisions are made by our human recruiting team. We are committed to fair, inclusive, and human-led hiring practices. Don't meet every requirement? That's okay! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.