Director, Corporate Strategy

Lakefront Biotherapeutics, a global biotech headquartered in Belgium and the United States, is driven by a clear mission: to deliver best-in-class medicines that transform patients’ lives. We accelerate breakthrough science and innovation in areas of high unmet need, with a primary focus on immunology and oncology.

Are you ready to transform lives and be part of a journey like no other? We’re on a mission to uncover groundbreaking medicines that enhance the quality of life, and we’re inviting experienced individuals like you to join us. In every challenge, we see your opportunity. We’re seeking pioneers, not just employees. We are seeking thought leaders and rapid thinkers, individuals who possess an entrepreneurial spirit and have no tolerance for the status quo.

We seek collaborative innovators and unwavering idealists. In short, we’re in search of the best-in-class, and that’s where you come in. You are the ‘Make-it-Happener’ with a proactive problem-solving, ‘no task too big’ and ‘no task too small,’ mindset.
Your passion, innovation, and drive will shape the future of life-improving medicines. If you’re ready to pioneer for patients, challenge the norm, and create transformative solutions, then we’re excited to meet you.

Lakefront Biotherapeutics is seeking a Director, Corporate Strategy to support the VP, Corporate Strategy in shaping enterprise and portfolio strategy and driving key strategic decision-making across the company.

This role is designed for a high-impact strategic leader who combines rigorous analysis with strong synthesis, executive communication, and sound judgment in a fast-moving biotech environment. The Director will play a central role in portfolio planning, evaluation of internal and external opportunities, and preparation of materials for senior leadership and the Board.

Working closely with senior stakeholders across Strategy, R&D, Finance, and Business Development, this role ensures that strategic priorities are clearly defined, well-informed, and effectively communicated.

• Support 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

• 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