Financial Institutions Consulting Consultant

IQVIA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA’s Financial Institutions Consulting (FIC) team seeks a Consultant to deliver due diligence, asset/portfolio screening, and growth strategy engagements for biopharma and life sciences investments in India. You will leverage transactional and consulting experience, work on buy/sell-side projects, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

The role emphasizes quantitative and qualitative research, strong communication skills, and the ability to present findings to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 3–4+ years of professional experience in strategy consulting, M&A/BD&L, or financial institutions.
• Experience advising clients on commercial issues in biopharma/life sciences and/or financial investors.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams and supervising workstreams.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills with a problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with client-facing delivery.
• Knowledge of biopharma/life sciences trends and investor concerns.
• Career progression evidence in consulting or transaction advisory roles.
• Willingness and ability to travel; right to live/work in the recruiting country.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects in due diligence (buy- and sell-side), asset/portfolio screening, and growth strategy.
• Lead workstreams and present insights to project leadership.
• Develop high-quality deliverables using primary/secondary research and analysis.
• Support client relationships and contribute to capability building within the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project success.

Skills

Strategy consulting

M&A/BD&L

Financial institutions

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative research

English fluent

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MBA (not required but a plus)

Job description

Consultant Consultant - Financial Institutions Consulting Overview

IQVIA's Financial Institutions Consulting (FIC) team advises investors (inc private equity, venture capital, hedge funds) 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 strategic investment decisions across a variety of 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 a Consultant within IQVIA's FIC team, you will be responsible for delivering projects primarily in the areas of due diligence (buy- and sell-side), asset/portfolio/company valuation, asset screening and growth strategy Leverage consulting and/or transaction advisory experience, IQVIA information and expertise, and methodological know-how to deliver discrete workstreams / modules that address client / business questions.
• Solve strategic issues / diligence questions through a structured and evidence-driven approach, working both independently or in small teams as part of project workstreams
• Drive development of high-quality deliverables on a day-to-day basis, leveraging primary and secondary research approaches, including deriving analytical and qualitative insights to support assessments
• Serve as a core team member and workstream lead, including responsibility for presenting / communicating key project insights and recommendations to project management / leadership - ensuring engagement satisfaction and supporting long-term enhancement of client relationships
• Contribute to overall FIC team capabilities, including (but not limited to) the development of intellectual property, marketing materials, training, recruitment and proposal development

About You

• Minimum of 3-4 years professional experience in strategy consulting, M&A/BD&L roles or within a financial institution (e.g. private equity, venture capital).
• Experience advising clients on commercial issues in the biopharma / life sciences industry and/or financial investors, including exposure to projects related to transactions / investments (due diligence, valuation, asset identification, growth strategy, forecasting)
• Experience working in multi-disciplined teams, including prior workstream oversight responsibilities
• Strong quantitative / analytical and qualitative research skillsets, supported by a problem solving mentality, keen eye for detail and critical thinking.
• Ability to drive primary/secondary research and analysis to assess business performance and synthesise findings into client deliverables
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills including presentations and report writing
• Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the biopharma / life sciences industry
• Evidence of career progression in consulting and/or transaction advisory roles
• In addition to the skills and experience above, a Consultant should have:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• MBA not required but a plus
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)
• A willingness and ability to travel (where required)
• 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

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

Experience Level Mid Level