Associate / Associate Consultant - EMEA Life Sciences, Strategy Consulting

Real World Commercial Solutions to Create a Healthier World

In RWCS we’re passionate about improving the life sciences ecosystem and making decisions that accelerate innovation for a healthier world. Every day our team develops evidence-based strategies that are used in published research, clinical guidelines, and market access decisions, to improve healthcare at every touchpoint. We design and deliver Commercial Analytics, supported by our world-class proprietary data assets, solve complex client challenges through strategic consulting, and use leading edge market research techniques to support clients brand strategy, planning and measurement. We’re purpose-driven problem solvers, that do what we love to make a greater impact on human health.

Commercial Strategy

We are the global strategy arm of IQVIA and the world’s leading specialised advisor on critical business issues in the life sciences field. We apply creative research solutions to the world’s most pressing dynamic healthcare challenges. Our team is proud to offer end-to-end management consulting in key areas: brand strategy, go to market strategy, pipeline and portfolio strategy, asset strategy, launch excellence, commercial model design and digital health optimisation and omni channel engagement.

Individuals joining us are assured of a rewarding career in life sciences consulting, replete with opportunities to address diverse and challenging client problems, travel on cross-geography projects, interact with senior client leaders and gain exposure to a truly multicultural and collaborative work environment.

Role & Responsibilities

Your analytical, inter-personal, critical thinking, business management and leadership skills will be called upon from day one. You will help create change in the world of Life Sciences, every project will be different but a sample of the accomplishments you can expect are:

Conducting primary and secondary research and performing quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify key client issues, translating the data into meaningful insights and communicating recommendations to key decision makersLeveraging business experience and acumen in identifying strategic alternatives to client questionsWorking in a team of like-minded professionals to create reports, presentations, workshops with client employees, management teams and other stakeholders, under the guidance our “the best on the business” team leadersDeveloping broad knowledge of related consulting methodologies and pharmaceutical market through the delivery of consulting engagements and participation in formal and informal learning opportunitiesWorking independently and as part of a team, with responsibility  for supervising junior team membersAssisting development and writing of proposals with senior supportAttending, supporting and presenting at client meetingsContributing to learning, development and recruiting

About You

Candidates interested in joining as an Associate / Associate Consultant should have:

Undergraduate/master’s degree in life sciences, economics/business, and 2/3 years’ experience in the healthcare/pharmaceutical industry OR an academic PhD degree with commercial experience in the healthcare industryExceptional Master’s degree or PhD in Sciences, Business Administration, or other related fields1-2 years previous experience in the life sciences industry and/or consultancy is a plus (Associate)2-4 years previous experience in the life sciences industry and/or consultancy (Associate Consultant)Demonstrable analytical, interpretative and problem-solving skillsPrevious experience in Commercial Consulting, Strategy ConsultingWell-developed written and verbal communication skills including presentations, meeting and workshop facilitation, business and report writingStrong capability in juggling priorities to meet deadlines while retaining consistently high quality outcomesExcellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others in and across the organization to accomplish team goalsKnowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industriesAn avid interest in the healthcare and life sciences industriesKnowledge of consulting methodologies, tools and techniquesAdaptability and an ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge and thinkingA willingness and ability to travelRight to work in the country you are applying for

Important information:

Location: MadridRight to work in the country of application

We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach but also the right people. Regardless of your role, we invite you to reimagine healthcare with us. You will have the opportunity to play an important part in helping our clients drive healthcare forward.

Whatever your career goals, we are here to ensure you get there!

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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.

At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes.