RSM US

Revenue Growth & Operations, Senior Associate

RSM US$94K — $178K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of professional experience in Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical industries or in a consulting capacity.
  • Demonstrated product launch experience, with a strong understanding of regulatory pressures and cross-functional dependencies.
  • Deep technical expertise in Finance, Manufacturing/Supply Chain, or Commercial Operations.
  • Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, or a related field.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

  • Leverage drug commercialization experience to advise clients on product launch preparations.
  • Lead complex consulting engagements from kickoff to close-out, managing scope, timelines, budgets, and quality.
  • Apply technical knowledge to navigate and solve operational challenges within client organizations.
  • Supervise and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Contribute to sales targeting initiatives by offering subject matter expertise on potential biotech clients.
  • Assist practice leaders in developing targeted service offerings based on market trends.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule to help balance personal and professional demands.
  • Access to a competitive benefits package including health and wellness programs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Commitment to diversity, providing a supportive workplace.
  • Accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Associate within RSM’s Revenue Growth & Operations practice which focuses on our Life Sciences industry clients, you will become a key leader in one of the fastest-growing and most entrepreneurial groups within the firm. You will bring firsthand experience from within a biotech or pharmaceutical organization to help clients navigate complex, cross‑functional operational challenges at critical moments in their growth. You will operate with the agility of a lean advisory team while leveraging the scale, depth, and cross‑functional resources of the largest middle market advisory firm in the country. Your industry perspective will directly influence the service offerings we develop and the way we serve life sciences clients across the product lifecycle. Responsibilities Client Delivery & Project Management • Leverage prior experience within biotech or pharmaceutical organizations to advise clients on operational readiness across Finance, Supply Chain / Manufacturing, and Commercial Operations during periods of rapid scaling — including the critical window before and after a product reaches market. This includes identifying gaps, assessing risks, and leading remediation efforts. • Lead the overall delivery of complex, multi‑workstream consulting engagements, managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and quality from kickoff through close‑out. • Apply deep functional expertise to solve real operational challenges, including system implementations, process redesign, financial infrastructure buildout, and post‑launch integration. • Supervise, coach, and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative, high‑performance environment grounded in accountability, learning, and professional growth. Service Offering Development • Provide input and insight into the evolution of RSM’s Life Sciences Advisory service offerings, using your perspective as an industry insider to help shape solutions aligned to market needs. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Life Sciences, or a related field • 2+ years of professional experience, with a significant portion spent working directly within a Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical company, or in a consulting role serving those organizations exclusively • Demonstrated experience supporting a product through the path toward commercialization in an operational, financial, or commercial capacity, with an understanding of regulatory requirements, stakeholder dynamics, and internal pressures • Deep technical knowledge in at least one of the following areas: • Finance: FP&A, Record‑to‑Report, Gross‑to‑Net accounting, Technical Accounting • Supply Chain / Manufacturing: CMC, CMO management, demand planning, costing, manufacturing operations • Commercial Operations: Market access, trade relations, commercial data infrastructure, CRM • Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%+, based on client engagement needs • Ability to influence without authority, align cross‑functional leaders around shared objectives, and drive progress without friction. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly and confidently present complex operational topics to senior client stakeholders. • Structured thinker with intellectual curiosity who thrives in ambiguous environments and focuses on asking the right questions before jumping to solutions. • Commitment to investing in peers, clients, and the next generation of practitioners through mentorship, collaboration, and trust‑based relationships. At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at . Compensation Range: $94,400 - $178,800 Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

About RSM US

RSM US is a leading provider of audit, tax, and consulting services to middle market companies in the United States. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and has more than 90 offices across the country. RSM US is a member of the RSM International network, which is the sixth largest network of independent audit, tax, and consulting firms in the world. The company's services include audit and assurance, tax, consulting, risk advisory, transaction advisory, and wealth management. RSM US serves clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, real estate, and technology.
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