Associate Principal, Financial Institutions Consulting

IQVIA; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare consulting firm in Dubai is seeking an Associate Principal to manage M&A, commercial due diligence, and investment consulting projects. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in consulting, project management skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients. This role demands strong analytical and communication skills, along with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in consulting or related fields.
• 4-5 years of project management experience.
• Experience leading large, multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple M&A and investment consulting projects.
• Support proposal preparation and project delivery.
• Deliver high-level input for client reports and presentations.

Skills

Experience in consulting, corporate development, or financial institutions

Project management experience

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of consulting methodologies

Quantitative skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA

Job description

Overview

IQVIA (www.IQVIA.com) is the world’s leading company providing information, technology, and services for healthcare stakeholders. Our focus on life sciences, expertise in key areas, proprietary data access, and global presence enable us to make a positive impact on healthcare.

Our Financial Institutions Consulting (FIC) team advises investors such as private equity, venture capital, and hedge funds on biopharma and life sciences investments, including commercial due diligence, asset screening, portfolio growth strategies, and exit strategies.

Successful candidates will engage with clients on high-profile investment decisions across various transactions, business models, and strategic issues. We operate in a multicultural, collaborative, and fast-paced environment that fosters development and growth.

Role & Responsibilities

As an Associate Principal at IQVIA, you will manage or lead multiple M&A, commercial due diligence, and investment consulting projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery for clients in the pharmaceutical or related industries by:

• Supporting proposal preparation and project delivery in areas such as due diligence (buy- and sell-side), asset/portfolio valuation, asset screening, and growth strategy.
• Managing project teams, including internal and external resources, in designing, developing, and delivering client outputs.
• Providing high-level input to client reports and presentations, and delivering significant findings.
• Serving as a key client contact, offering advice, ensuring satisfaction, and building relationships.
• Contributing to the FIC team and broader initiatives, including developing intellectual property, marketing, training, recruitment, and go-to-market strategies.
• Identifying new business opportunities through follow-on work and leads.
• Supporting IQVIA’s engagement with financial investors across various services.
• Coaching 3-4 staff members.

About You

Ideal candidates will have:

• 7-10 years of experience in consulting, corporate development, or financial institutions, with a focus on M&A and commercial due diligence in healthcare or pharma sectors.
• At least 4-5 years of project management experience related to transactions, including managing large or multiple projects.
• Evidence of career progression in consulting or advisory roles.
• Experience leading sizable, multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, interpretative, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Robust quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and translate insights into strategic recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations and report writing.
• Knowledge of current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
• Experience building relationships with senior industry executives and financial investors.
• Ability to contribute to business development activities.

Additional qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; MBA is a plus.
• Leadership experience and a track record in people development.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written).
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Right to live and work in the recruiting country.

IQVIA is a leading provider of clinical research, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence, committed to accelerating the development and commercialization of medical treatments to improve health outcomes worldwide.