Asset Strategy Director

FULL TIME, PERMANENT

We have offices in London, Philadelphia, Manchester, Macclesfield and are supported by flexible
working policies.

ABOUT LUCID GROUP

Transformation starts here.

In healthcare, innovation doesn’t only change lives—it saves them. We don’t take that lightly. That’s
why we approach each challenge with curiosity—asking the right questions, gaining understanding,
then bringing together the right team of diverse minds across capabilities to deliver transformative
solutions that break through and help realise change for those who need it most.

Purposefully designed for today’s healthcare challenges

Today’s healthcare landscape is more complex and challenging than ever—the “standard” playbook
no longer guarantees success. Lucid is purpose-built to help you make the most of unexpected
opportunities, challenging conventional thinking, and bringing a fresh perspective.

ROLE PROFILE

Job title

Asset Strategy Director

Job purpose

To work with senior biopharma clients throughout the product lifecycle to
develop strategic, fit-for-purpose solutions at the asset, portfolio, and corporate
level. From early asset evaluations to go-to-market strategy development and
life-cycle optimisation, you will help clients to set the direction of and align the
organisation, to transform ideas into action.

Reporting to

SVP, Head of Asset Strategy

Key accountabilities

• Lead the growth of key accounts and the delivery of £1-3 million of Asset Strategy revenue
• Build valued partnerships with executive-level leaders in pharma resulting in sustained revenue
  growth for Lucid
• Proactively identify opportunities for asset or portfolio optimisation, within and across discrete
  projects, and effectively engage pharma leaders to deliver value to them and to Lucid
• Lead the design, management and delivery of strategically and operationally complex projects
  with confidence, guiding both senior clients and Lucid team to a high value deliverable
• Lead and inform the development of asset and portfolio strategy, and cross-functional planning at
  different stages of the asset lifecycle
• Inform the development of corporate strategy, providing direction for asset acquisition,
  development and portfolio prioritisation
• Design and facilitate effective collaboration across pharma functions, geographies and
  stakeholders to drive alignment on asset, portfolio and corporate strategy
• Provide consultancy to clients across all aspects of asset, portfolio and corporate strategy, and on
  the effective collaboration and alignment of internal and external stakeholders to key decisions
• Lead the design and development of high-standard, consultancy outputs which benchmark Lucid
  as a competitor in the Strategy Consulting space
• Develop and exercise professional network to identify and win new Asset Strategy partnerships and
  contribute to new growth
• Collaborate effectively with business and client leads across Lucid Group to drive new
  opportunities for Asset Strategy, and for broader Group capabilities
• Provide strategic counsel on client development plans, client briefs and RFPs, clarifying the
  opportunity and identifying the necessary capabilities from across the Group
• Provide insight and recommendations informing capability and service enhancements to drive
  competitive advantage relating to Asset Strategy and beyond
• Lead and contribute to the development of new Asset Strategy products and methodologies
• Lead awareness and understanding of Asset Strategy across Group
• Coach and develop strategic thinking, asset strategy knowledge and consultative partnership
  approaches across Group
• Contribute to Lucid marketing including via industry thought leadership
• Line management of Asset Strategy team members, as required

Key experience and skills

• Extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, inhouse or consultancy, with a proven track
  record of shaping successful strategies for assets and/or portfolios
• Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry including trends, key environmental
  influences, pharma function responsibilities across the asset lifecycle, service provider offerings and
  innovations
• Understanding of the healthcare landscape including healthcare innovations and trends, key
  Global policy implications, and knowledge of factors impacting medicines availability incl.
  regulatory, access and pricing considerations across key markets
• Expert working knowledge of the asset lifecycle, and the strategic priorities and key processes
  governing the development and commercialisation of an asset
• Understanding and experience of the varying models of corporate portfolio development
• Significant experience in cross-functional launch excellence and planning at the Global level
• Expertise in facilitation, expert in reading the room and effectively engaging diverse stakeholder
  groups, including external experts, while providing an expert point of view, where appropriate
• Communicate with clarity, impact and gravitas across all media, aligning and influencing
  effectively in every interaction, building and maintaining strong relationships
• Confident in ability to lead complex projects and tasks where definition, structure and process is
  undetermined, applying previous experience and seeking additional knowledge and skills as
  required
• Well-developed organic growth and new business development skills
• Ability to deliver high impact outputs suitable for senior stakeholder engagement and distribution

Desirable experience and skills

• Strong experience of leading the design and evolution of complex operational processes
  associated with asset /portfolio development, commercialisation and management
• Experience in communications strategy and communications programme design
• Experience of market access strategy and activation
• Experience in commercialisation of biosimilars and generics
• Expertise in / knowledge of the evolving technologies being adopted across the industry and
  across healthcare
• In-market launch / commercialisation experience e.g. US or UK market
• Expertise in organisational strategy consulting

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

Our culture is fundamental to the delivery of transformation. Harnessing the talent and ambitions of
those we work with empowers us to deliver our magic. On top of this, our benefits include:

• Private family healthcare and dental cover
• Family friendly policies
• Contributory pension of up to 5% of basic salary Lucid contribution
• 4 x basic salary life assurance cover
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, plus 3 Christmas closure days, and a celebration day of
  your choice
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible holiday buy and sell scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Flexible working
• Employee discount platform with offers at 900+ retailers
• Season ticket loans

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE LUCID?

We believe in providing a culture of authenticity, where we can all be ourselves, make real
connections, and enjoy the work that we do.

We empower our people to embark on a journey of growth and advancement by offering meaningful
learning and development opportunities. Central to our ethos is our commitment to cultivating an
environment that embraces and respects people of all backgrounds and identities, underpinned by a
culture of conscious inclusion and support.

The Lucid values are not just words; they are the culmination of our collective efforts. Co-created by
our people for our people, these values serve as our guiding principles, ensuring that every decision we
make positively impacts the lives of the clients, patients, healthcare professionals, and colleagues we
serve.

• Compassionately Human: We think about the human impact of our actions
• Accountable Allies: We are the go-to strategic partners for our clients
• Invent with Intent: We create meaningful solutions to solve real problems
• Courageously Curious: We challenge ourselves to think disruptively

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities.
We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment experience to everyone.

This commitment to inclusion is explicitly inclusive of race, colour, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or disability

As part of our commitment to recruiting and supporting colleagues with disabilities Lucid Group are a committed member of the UK Government’s Disability Scheme, supporting people with disabilities provides us with access to a wider talent pool and enables us to be a force for good in the world by creating fair and equitable access to employment opportunities. Aligned to this scheme we commit to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible by:

1) Offering a guaranteed interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role

2) Anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments

3) Support any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition

If you wish to apply under this scheme please indicate so when asked on our DEI page which will appear as part of our job application process.