Management Consultant - Healthcare/Life sciences

Job Overview

Responsible for the timely completion of assigned project activities or components of larger Management Consulting projects for clients in the life sciences sector. Contributes to the development of client deliverables, conducts qualitative and quantitative analyses, and supports project teams in addressing client needs.

Essential Functions

• Participates in the design, development, and delivery of Management Consulting projects or specific components of larger, complex engagements.
• Reviews and analyzes client requirements or business challenges and contributes to the development of relevant and cost-effective solutions.
• Conducts qualitative and quantitative analyses to support the identification of client issues and the development of client-specific recommendations.
• Collects, structures, validates, and analyzes data from multiple sources.
• Develops detailed and high-quality project deliverables, reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Structures and prepares client presentations tailored to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Presents selected analyses, insights, or findings during internal and client meetings.
• Contributes to the development of recommendations and alternative solutions to address client challenges.
• Supports project planning, monitors assigned activities, and ensures that deliverables are completed on time and according to quality standards.
• Collaborates effectively with project team members across functions and geographies.
• Provides guidance and support to Analysts assigned to the engagement, where appropriate.
• Supports day-to-day communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Contributes to proposal development and other business-development activities.
• May help identify potential follow-on work or new opportunities based on client needs observed during project delivery.
• Proactively develops broader and deeper knowledge of consulting methodologies, healthcare systems, and life sciences markets through project experience and training opportunities.
• Begins to develop expertise in selected therapeutic areas, markets, or consulting capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Pharmacy or Medicine, or a Master’s degree, preferably in Economics, Business, Engineering, Public Health, or another relevant discipline from a leading university or school.
• 4 to 5 years of relevant experience in management consulting, the pharmaceutical industry, healthcare, or life sciences.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Good project-management and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work within tight deadlines.
• Good understanding of consulting methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences industry.
• Ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and clients.
• Ability to develop productive working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Works willingly and effectively with others across the organization to accomplish team goals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• Fluency in English and French is preferred.
• International or cross-geography experience is a plus.

What Can You Expect to Get in Return?

Talented individuals joining our team will gain deep knowledge of healthcare and pharmaceutical industry consulting, benefit from a rapid learning curve, and have opportunities to work on diverse assignments across geographies.

We offer a flexible working environment, including flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home.

Our IQVIA Consulting team offers a unique combination of management consulting, healthcare expertise, and data analytics. Our end-to-end solutions include market-entry strategy, portfolio and pricing optimization, market-access studies, and commercial-model design.

We are a young and fast-growing Management Consulting team covering North, East, and West Africa. Come and join us!

Sounds promising? Let us know, and we will help you take your first steps with IQVIA. If this particular position does not match your profile, we have other opportunities available that may be of interest.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.