Director, Thought Leader Engagement (TLEL)

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Thought Leader Engagement (TLEL) to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. This role will lead strategic engagement with external thought leaders to support brand objectives and strengthen market-facing relationships. You will partner closely with commercial, medical, and cross-functional stakeholders to shape engagement plans, align activities, and translate customer insights into actionable strategies. The position will also help identify emerging voices in the gastroenterology community and ensure a cohesive experience across all touchpoints. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $176,600 – $294,300 annually Responsibilities Develop and execute a strategic engagement plan for thought leaders aligned with brand objectives. Support opinion leader engagement strategy development and execute approved plans. Identify new and emerging thought leaders based on brand strategies. Map relationships within the gastroenterology opinion leader community to inform engagement strategies. Establish and maintain long-term relationships with thought leaders. Serve as the primary commercial contact for assigned thought leaders. Deliver a cohesive experience by aligning engagement activities across functions. Identify innovative initiatives to enhance engagement with thought leaders. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. 8–10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or related healthcare industries. Experience in commercial, medical affairs, marketing, sales leadership, strategy, or customer engagement roles. Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with thought leaders and internal stakeholders. Demonstrated success in a cross-functional, matrixed environment with influence-based leadership. Strong analytical skills to translate customer insights into actionable strategies. Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills. Benefits 401(k) plan with matching contributions and additional retirement savings contribution. Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days. Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave. Comprehensive health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.