Associate Principal, Financial Institutions Consulting

IQVIA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of healthcare solutions is seeking an Associate Principal to manage M&A and due diligence projects in a fast-paced environment. The role requires 7-10 years of consulting or finance experience, strong project management skills, and the ability to drive client engagement effectively. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in the pharmaceutical sector, showcasing leadership and effective communication skills. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and a dynamic work culture.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of professional experience in consulting or finance focusing on M&A.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of project management experience in transactions.
• Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead M&A and commercial due diligence projects.
• Manage multiple project teams and client deliverables.
• Develop new business opportunities and foster client relationships.

Skills

Consulting

Project management

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

IQVIA™ (www.IQVIA™.com) is the world’s leading company providing information, technology, and services for virtually every type of stakeholder in healthcare. It is our sole focus on life sciences, deep expertise in key commercial and technical areas, unique access to proprietary data, and in‑market presence around the world that allows us to achieve our mission of making a positive long‑term impact on healthcare.

IQVIA’s Financial Institutions Consulting (FIC) team advises investors (e.g. private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, etc) on biopharma and life sciences investments, including commercial due diligence, asset and target screening, portfolio company growth strategy and exit/divestment strategy.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to engage with clients on high‑profile investment decisions across a variety of industry‑shaping transaction situations, business models and strategic issues. We operate in a multi‑cultural, collaborative and fast‑paced work environment, that is rich in development and growth.

Role & Responsibilities

As an Associate Principal at IQVIA, you will be responsible for managing or leading multiple M&A, commercial due diligence and investment‑related consulting and ensuring on‑time and on‑budget delivery for clients in the pharmaceutical or related industries by:

• Leveraging business and transaction advisory experience and methodological expertise to support with preparing proposals and delivering projects to address client questions, primarily in the areas of due diligence (buy‑and‑sell‑side), asset/portfolio/company valuation, asset screening and growth strategy
• Managing multiple project teams including both internal and external resources, in the design, development and delivery of client deliverables
• Providing high level input to, and ensuring the development of, client reports and presentations and delivery of all or significant portions of findings to client
• Serving as key point of contact with client, with a view to providing advice, ensuring project satisfaction and supporting building client relationships and accounts
• Supporting overall FIC team and broader consulting initiatives to elevate our capabilities, including (but not limited to) the development of intellectual property, marketing materials, training, recruitment and go‑to‑market approach
• Developing and/or elevating new business opportunities through the identification of follow‑on work and new leads
• Support development of IQVIA’s engagement with financial investors across areas within and outside of consulting services
• Serving as a coach to 3-4 staff

About You

Candidates interested in joining our Consulting Services Group as an Associate Principal should have:

• 7‑10 years professional experience in consulting, corporate development, or within a financial institution (e.g. private equity, venture capital) with a focus on M&A / commercial due diligence within the pharmaceutical and/or healthcare sector
• Minimum of 4‑5 years project management experience focused on engagements related to transactions / external investments (due diligence, valuation, asset identification, growth strategy, forecasting), including capabilities to manage large and/or multiple projects while balancing priorities while maintaining high quality delivery
• Evidence of career progression in consulting and/or transaction advisory roles
• Experience working in sizable/ multi‑disciplined teams and leading staff
• Demonstrable analytical, interpretative and problem‑solving skills
• Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools and techniques
• Strong quantitative skillset and comfortable interpreting financial results / P&Ls, with ability to translate data analysis and qualitative insights into strategic implications for senior investors
• Well‑developed written and verbal communication skills including presentations, chairing meetings, workshop facilitation, business and report writing
• Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries
• Experience in developing credible relationships with senior executives in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry and with financial investors
• Ability to contribute to business development through the identification of leads, development of proposals etc.

In addition to the skills and experience above an Associate Principal should have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. MBA not required but a plus
• A track record of leadership and people development
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• A willingness and ability to travel
• Right to live and work in the recruiting country

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

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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