Associate Director - Patient-Centered Consulting (Central Nervous System Practice)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for their Patient-Centered Consulting team. This role involves leading consulting projects focused on the Central Nervous System, ensuring client satisfaction through timely and effective project delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a multicultural environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of consulting experience in pharmaceutical/healthcare.
• Knowledge of regulatory guidelines related to clinical assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple consulting projects for pharmaceutical clients.
• Develop relationships with clients and ensure project satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree or MBA

Tools

eCOA Methodology

Consulting Tools

Job description

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Associate Director - Patient-Centered Consulting (Central Nervous System Practice), London

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Client:

IQVIA

Location:

London, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Overview - Associate Principal – Patient Centered Solutions, CNS Practice

IQVIA provides scientific services spanning clinical trials, real world evidence, and consulting in all areas of the product lifecycle. The Patient Centered Solutions (PCS) team leads the industry in generating data to ensure that the patient voice is incorporated into the development and commercialization of medication and other drug/non-drug interventions. We focus on understanding and meeting the needs of our clients – mostly life science/pharmaceutical companies – through the application of broad consulting expertise and technical scientific knowledge to design scientifically rigorous research. This research includes qualitative (e.g., interviews, focus groups), quantitative (e.g., clinical outcome assessments (COAs)/patient-reported outcomes (PROS), preference research), and passive (e.g., digital health technology tools) approaches to understand patient, caregiver, and healthcare professional experiences and expectations of disease and treatment.

To meet our client expectations and retain our reputation, the IQVIA PCS team is committed to recruiting, training, and supporting driven individuals with consulting and life science skills applicable to PCS CNS research activities. Joining us offers a rewarding career in patient-focused research, addressing challenging client issues across multiple geographies, with opportunities to develop and deliver solutions. We operate in a multicultural, collegial, and collaborative environment rich in development and growth opportunities.

Role & Responsibilities

As an Associate Principal within the PCS CNS Practice at IQVIA, you will manage or lead multiple consulting projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery for clients in the pharmaceutical or related industries. You will contribute to and manage teams of Associates, Associate Consultants, Consultants, and Managers in designing, developing, and delivering consulting projects:

• Managing and contributing to the execution of PCS CNS Practice projects, from kickoff to close, including client deliverables and presentations
• Providing oversight, tracking, and monitoring for COA CNS Practice projects
• Planning, organizing, and managing internal and external resources to achieve project goals
• Leveraging business experience to identify strategic options and elevate our solutions
• Sharing PCS CNS expertise to enhance our capabilities
• Serving as a key client contact, developing relationships through various communication channels
• Following up with clients post-delivery to ensure satisfaction
• Identifying opportunities for practice expansion and new business development
• Communicating effectively with delivery teams to resolve issues
• Supporting the development of intellectual property for future use
• Managing proposal preparation and bid processes
• Enhancing consulting methodologies and pharmaceutical market knowledge
• Providing guidance and leadership to clients and teams, participating in team meetings
• Contributing to client reports and presentations, delivering findings
• Supporting community-building activities within PCS, including recruitment, coaching, and network development

Associate Principals will also contribute to practice development by:

• Leading work streams on critical HR issues
• Developing templates and training materials for project startup and onboarding
• Creating formal project management processes and mentoring staff in these processes
• Serving as a coach to 3-4 staff members

About You:

Candidates interested in joining our PCS CNS Practice as an Associate Principal should have:

• Strong analytical, interpretative, and problem-solving skills
• 5-8 years of professional consulting experience in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry with demonstrated career progression
• Knowledge of regulatory and scientific guidelines related to clinical outcome assessments
• Understanding of instrument development and validation
• Ability to draft scientific abstracts, posters, presentations, and manuscripts
• Ability to integrate scientific and strategic tasks to achieve project goals
• Familiarity with eCOA methodology and translations
• Experience designing analysis plans and generating reports from qualitative data
• Commitment to life sciences and healthcare industries
• At least 2-3 years of project management experience on multinational CNS projects
• Excellent communication skills, including presentations and report writing
• Experience managing multiple projects and teams
• Ability to build relationships with senior industry professionals
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork capabilities
• Business development experience, including lead identification and proposal development
• Current knowledge of pharmaceutical and healthcare industry issues
• Familiarity with consulting tools and methodologies
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills

Additional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree or MBA preferred
• Leadership and people development experience
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Legal right to work in the recruiting country

IQVIA is a leading provider of analytics, technology, and research services to the life sciences industry. We aim to push the boundaries of human and data science to make a significant impact—helping create a healthier world. Learn more at