Senior Consultant

Alira Health; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alira Health seeks a Senior Consultant to drive life sciences strategy engagements across Biotech, Pharma, MedTech and Diagnostics. You will own projects, lead teams, and translate evidence into actionable strategic recommendations for clients.

You will manage client relationships, mentor juniors, and develop frameworks and storylines for senior stakeholders in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment. English required; additional languages are a plus.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance or Life Sciences (MBA/PhD a plus).
• 4–5 years in management/strategy consulting.
• Experience coaching teams of 2–4 people.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills across methods.
• Excellent English communication; other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead full execution of projects or major components, ensuring alignment with methodologies and client expectations.
• Guide research activities and quantitative modeling across workstreams.
• Develop project storylines and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Create and present client‑ready materials, interim deliverables, and final reports.
• Mentor junior team members on project case teams and mentorship programs.
• Build recognized expertise in therapeutic/functional areas to support client conversations.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Client management

Team coaching

Communication

Multicultural collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance or Life Sciences

Job description

Join our global team dedicated to innovation and initiative, where physical walls and different time zones don’t limit, but encourage, collaboration. Where all contributions and new ideas are explored with an open mind and work is driven by our shared values: be courageous, be accountable, be honest, be inclusive and elevate others.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

ROLE

As a Senior Consultant within Alira Health’s Management Consulting Division, you will work on client engagements at the intersection of life sciences and strategy, taking full ownership of projects or significant components of complex engagements. Working closely with Engagement Managers, Principals, and Partners, you will drive engagements spanning market and opportunity assessments, portfolio and indication prioritizations, commercial due diligences, and corporate and growth strategy projects for clients in Biotech, Pharmaceuticals, MedTech, Diagnostics, and HealthTech. Your core contribution will involve leading the development of analytical frameworks and project methodologies, translating findings across workstreams into compelling storylines and actionable strategic recommendations, and managing client relationships to deliver high‑impact outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the full execution of projects or major project components, ensuring alignment between methodologies, deliverables, and client expectations.

• Provide methodological guidance across secondary and primary research activities and quantitative model development, ensuring analytical rigour and coherence across workstreams.

• Develop comprehensive project storylines, connecting analytical findings into clear, actionable strategic recommendations for clients.

• Create and present client‑ready materials, including research outputs, interim deliverables, and final project reports.

• Train and mentor junior team members on project case teams and through formal mentorship programs, providing both day‑to‑day guidance and longer‑term development support.

• Build and develop recognized expertise in one or more therapeutic or functional areas, contributing to the team’s knowledge base and supporting client conversations.

DESIRED QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree with an excellent academic record in Business, Economics, Finance, or Life Sciences (e.g., Medicine, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering); MBA, PhD, or specialized Master’s are considered a plus.

• 4–5 years of professional experience, preferably in management/strategy consulting; background in life sciences strategy, healthcare, or private equity is also considered.

• Demonstrated experience managing and coaching small teams of 2–4 people.

• Strong analytical skills and structured problem‑solving ability, with the capacity to guide teams across both quantitative and qualitative methodologies.

• Excellent communication and client management skills, with the ability to manage expectations, navigate complex conversations, and present confidently to senior stakeholders.

• Ability to work effectively across multiple projects simultaneously in a multicultural, fast‑paced environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are considered a plus.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for ambitious and intellectually curious professionals who are passionate about solving complex problems at the intersection of science, healthcare, and business. Successful candidates combine rigorous analytical thinking with strong client management skills, are comfortable taking full ownership in a fast‑paced and demanding environment, and are motivated by translating complex evidence into clear strategic recommendations that drive real impact for clients.

In return, Alira Health offers early responsibility, steep learning opportunities, and direct exposure to high‑impact strategic work across the life sciences industry, including:

• Sector specialization: Build deep expertise across Biotech, Pharma, MedTech, and broader healthcare sectors.

• Global exposure: Work on international projects and collaborate with clients and colleagues across multiple geographies.

• Diverse strategic engagements: Gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of project types, addressing complex strategic questions for leading life sciences organizations.

• Direct client exposure: Engage directly with executives and decision‑makers across the healthcare ecosystem.

• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities: Benefit from a competitive salary package and a merit‑driven environment focused on professional development and career progression.

Languages

English

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS): Business Administration/Management, Bachelor of Science (BS): Economics, Bachelor of Science (BS): Finance, Bachelor of Science (BS): Life Sciences

Contract Type

Regular

Salary Range

The final offer will be determined within the applicable location‑specific range and will depend on the candidate’s confirmed work location, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and role scope.

EUR 72,000 - 75,000