AI Manager in Pharma & Life Science (Strategy & Data/AI Transformation)

Artefact Group Switzerland SA seeks a Manager to lead AI and data transformation strategy for Pharma & Life Science clients in Zürich. This hybrid role blends consulting, AI expertise, and client leadership.

The company positions itself as a forward-looking strategy and data consulting organization focused on helping clients navigate complex challenges through AI and digital innovation. This position operates at the crossroads of traditional strategy advisory and modern data science, guiding senior stakeholders through governance design and digital transformation roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executive teams in the Pharma & Life Sciences industry to tackle critical questions about AI's influence on business models and data oversight.
• Deconstruct intricate business problems into structured, actionable plans by applying strategy frameworks enhanced with data science insights.
• Manage the full lifecycle of client projects, including hypothesis development, competitive analysis, interactive workshops, governance structuring, and execution planning.
• Build strong partnerships with C-suite executives and business unit heads to effectively convey strategic advice.
• Drive office expansion in Zurich by developing new service offerings, generating thought leadership, and engaging in business development.
• Guide and develop hybrid project teams to maintain high delivery standards and support professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, or a related discipline.
• 5 to 8 years of strategy consulting experience, with a mandatory focus on the Pharma & Life Sciences sector.
• Demonstrated success in executing data, analytics, or AI-led transformation initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the life sciences landscape, including regulatory frameworks, drug development processes, and digital health innovations.
• Solid understanding of contemporary data and AI technologies (such as Generative AI, LLMs, predictive machine learning, and cloud architectures) and their real-world business applications.
• Ability to define AI use cases and discuss technical constraints and opportunities with senior leadership.
• Proficiency in data and digital technologies, including analytics, AI, machine learning concepts, digital marketing, and cloud platforms.
• Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities, with the ability to extract meaningful insights from data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating impactful presentations or reports.
• Fluency in German and English (both written and spoken) is mandatory.
• Must be eligible to work in Switzerland.

Nice to have

• Master's degree.
• French language proficiency.

What the company offers

• Opportunity to build boardroom-level strategy expertise while being at the forefront of AI and digital transformation.
• Visibility and impact from day one as part of a growing Swiss team, helping shape Artefact's footprint in the region.
• Regular training in both strategy consulting methodologies and AI/data capabilities, combined with international exposure.
• Culture of Doers focused on Innovation, Action, Collaboration, supporting each other's growth.

About the company

Artefact Group Switzerland SA operates as a next-generation strategy and data consulting firm, dedicated to transforming organizations through data and AI. The company combines the rigor of top-tier strategy consulting with deep expertise in data, digital, and analytics. Values motivation, pragmatic problem-solving, and potential above all else.

• Culture of Doers focused on Innovation, Action, Collaboration, supporting each other's growth.