Director, Corporate Strategy

About the role

Lakefront Biotherapeutics is a global biotech focused on developing innovative treatments for serious diseases with high unmet medical need. The company's pipeline includes T-cell engager programs and preclinical programs in autoimmune disease.

Responsibilities

- Support the development of enterprise and portfolio strategy through structured analysis and synthesis of internal and external inputs. - Develop frameworks and insights to inform portfolio choices, growth priorities, and capital allocation decisions. - Prepare decision-ready materials and recommendations on key strategic topics. - Shape approaches to portfolio planning, including decision criteria and scenario development. - Identify and synthesize industry trends, competitive developments, and innovation themes. - Develop enterprise-level perspectives across therapeutic areas, modalities, and companies. - Engage with external experts and key opinion leaders to inform strategic assessments. - Lead deep-dive strategic projects assessing risks, opportunities, and strategic fit. - Develop Board-facing materials, strategic updates, and decision memos. - Translate complex strategic topics into clear, concise executive communication. - Partner with senior leadership and Investor Relations to communicate strategic direction. - Partner across Strategy, Commercial Assessment, Search & Evaluation, Finance, R&D, and other functions. - Ensure cross-functional insights are integrated into strategic recommendations. - Support integration of acquired or partnered assets and capabilities. - Provide analyses and recommendations for integration planning and synergy capture. - Contribute to high-priority strategic initiatives as business needs evolve.

Requirements

- 8+ years of experience in biopharma corporate strategy, portfolio strategy, corporate development, consulting, or related field. - Strong understanding of scientific, commercial, strategic, and financial drivers in biotech. - Advanced degree preferred (MBA, PhD, MD, or equivalent). - Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to structure complex problems. - Excellent communication skills, including executive-level presentations and Board materials. - Ability to balance big-picture strategy with hands-on execution. - High level of ownership, collaboration, and stakeholder management. - Comfortable operating in a high-visibility, dynamic environment.