Associate Consultant – Financial Institutions Consulting

The IQVIA Financial Institutions Consulting group (FIC) focuses on partnering with Global Financial Investors (e.g., Private Equity, Venture Capital, Hedge Funds) and corporate clients (e.g. Biopharma companies) on M&A, investment, and strategic engagements.

IQVIA FIC supports investment decisions across the healthcare/life sciences sector and offers value-creation partnerships that maximize ROI and generate significant business pull-through for IQVIA. As such, the IQVIA FIC team engages with healthcare/life sciences investors globally to provide expertise and support on strategy, commercial due diligence, company/target screening, carve-outs, divestments, portfolio value creation, and other business development engagements.

Individuals joining IQVIA FIC are assured of a progressive and rewarding career with a clear path to advancement. You will have the opportunity to address complex and challenging client issues as an integral part of the project team. We operate in a truly multicultural, collegial, and collaborative work environment that fosters professional development and growth.

Responsibilities:

Contribute to internal brainstorming sessions to develop project methodology and recommendations
Conduct primary and secondary research to inform client solutions, leveraging IQVIA’s proprietary tools and databases as necessary
Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to inform strategic recommendations; exercise informed judgment in identifying the approach to addressing key business questions
Conduct market sizing, competitive landscape assessments, and growth forecasting using both proprietary and public data sources
Interview senior leaders and executives on the client team or external stakeholders (e.g. physicians, health insurers, thought leaders, and patients)
Take ownership for the development of reports, presentations and other client deliverables, under the guidance of more senior team members
Present to client audiences via teleconference or in face-to-face meetings at the client site
Cultivate professional relationships with members of the client team
Acquire deep knowledge of IQVIA data sources and tools
Proactively develop knowledge of the healthcare industry and consulting methodologies
Leveraging healthcare / life science education background and knowledge to understand pharmaceutical / biotech client’s business, product, and related therapeutic area / market
Leveraging healthcare / life science education background to conduct primary research with Key Opinion Leaders and other stakeholders in the healthcare space and develop key insights of R&D trend, therapeutic approach, unmet medical need, and related topics
Leveraging healthcare and life science education background to conduct secondary research (e.g. scientific publications, databases, technology reports, etc.) and develop key evidence / solutions for pharmaceutical / biotech client’s business questions
Leveraging healthcare / life science education background to understand pharmaceutical market structure, and math / engineering education background to develop quantitative model to reflect revenue flow and market dynamics
Assist in proposal development and thought leadership activities

Skills & Experience:

Strong capability in managing priorities so that deadlines are met while retaining consistent, high-quality outcomes
Willingness and ability to work effectively with others in and across the organization to accomplish team goals
Ability to think creatively and create innovative solutions where needed
Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries
Demonstrable analytical, interpretative and problem-solving skills
Excellent presentation, communication and client influencing skills
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills including presentations, leading meetings, business and report writing
Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools and techniques
Familiarity with financial modeling, valuation techniques, and investment analysis is a plus
Experience or interest in working with private equity, venture capital, or hedge fund clients is preferred

Qualifications & Requirements:

An advanced degree (MPH, MS or MBA) in a life sciences related field with little or no work experience, or relevant undergraduate degree with 1-3 years of relevant post-undergraduate work experience
An avid interest in the healthcare and life science industries
Strong business acumen and understanding of client-based businesses
Project management experience desired
Excellent interpersonal and team-working skills
Exceptional written, numerical and problem-solving skills
Adaptability and the ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge
Background in finance, economics, business, or STEM fields is advantageous
Prior internship or work experience in consulting, investment banking, or healthcare strategy is a plus.

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 proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $60,000.00 - $150,000.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

Associate Consultant, Financial Institutions Consulting