Project Leader

Axtria - Ingenious Insights; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 2,400,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive rewards

Job summary

Axtria seeks a Project Leader to solve complex analytical and business problems in the pharmaceutical domain, guiding junior team members and acting as a collaborative lead. The role emphasizes strong client-facing communication and independent client management, with potential short-term onsite engagements in the US.

Experience with Gen-AI platforms or related initiatives is a plus. The position offers a hybrid work environment and opportunities to work across strategy, data, and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences (healthcare focus), Economics, or related quantitative disciplines, with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Or an MBA with one of the bachelor’s degrees, plus relevant industry and analytical experience.
• Experience with pharma data sources (claims, EMR, consumer, promotion data) and analytical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend complex tasks with minimal supervision.
• Think analytically and use a systematic approach to analyze data and problems.
• Plan tasks, set priorities, and manage project workstreams.
• Synthesize and communicate insights to clients and Axtria teams through oral and written updates, including presentations.
• Independently drive direct client interactions for projects and day-to-day workstreams.

Skills

Python

SQL

Excel

Machine Learning

Databricks

Tableau

Gen-AI Platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Life Sciences / Healthcare

MBA (optional)

Tools

Python

Job description

Position Summary

To be a driven and independent business analyst capable of solving complex analytical and business problems within the pharmaceutical domain, enabling customers to make informed strategic decisions. The individual should be able to provide context to junior team members, mentor them through problem-solving approaches, and contribute effectively as a collaborative lead as well. Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to independently manage client interactions are essential. Candidates may also have opportunities to support onsite client engagements (US) for short term; accordingly, a valid B1/B2 visa would be good to have, though not mandatory. Experience working on Gen-AI platforms or related initiatives, in addition to the above responsibilities, will be considered an added advantage.

Job Title: Project Leader

To be a driven and independent business analyst capable of solving complex analytical and business problems within the pharmaceutical domain, enabling customers to make informed strategic decisions. The individual should be able to provide context to junior team members, mentor them through problem-solving approaches, and contribute effectively as a collaborative lead as well. Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to independently manage client interactions are essential. Candidates may also have opportunities to support onsite client engagements (US) for short term; accordingly, a valid B1/B2 visa would be good to have, though not mandatory. Experience working on Gen-AI platforms or related initiatives, in addition to the above responsibilities, will be considered an added advantage.

Job Responsibilities

• Technical: Able to comprehend complex tasks assigned and executes them with little to no supervision.
• Logical Thinking: Able to think analytically, use a systematic and logical approach to analyze data, problems, and situations. Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in information and materials.
• Task Management: Basic level of project management knowledge and experience. Should be able to plan tasks, discuss and work on priorities.
• Communication: Synthesize and communicate insights to clients and internal Axtria teams through effective oral and written communication, including presentations and other stakeholder interactions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to independently drive direct client interactions for projects and day-to-day workstreams, while also serving as a key point of contact for various aspects of the projects undertaken.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences (focused on healthcare), Economics, or related quantitative disciplines, with a strong academic background in analytical and quantitative problem-solving; or an MBA with one of the aforementioned bachelor’s degrees, along with relevant industry and analytical experience.

Work Experience

4+ years of experience in working with Pharma Industry, with real world data sources such as patient claims data, EMR, consumer data, demand & personal/non-personal promotion data etc

Experience in analysis of data sets; SQL or Python programming skills, Databricks & Tableau knowledge.

Behavioural Competencies

• Teamwork & Leadership, Motivation to Learn and Grow, Ownership, Cultural Fit, Project Management, Communication

Technical Competencies

• Python, SQL, EXCEL, Machine Learning, Pharma Commercial Know Ho, Patient Data Analytics Know How, Databricks, Others, Famlier with use of Gen-AI applications/platforms

Why Join Axtria?

Accelerate Your Career

Work on high-impact business challenges at the intersection of healthcare, analytics, and technology while building expertise across strategy, data, and client engagement.

Hybrid Work Environment

Our hybrid work environment enables flexibility while fostering strong collaboration, innovation, and meaningful connections across teams and offices.

Travel & Customer Impact

Depending on business needs, team members may have opportunities to engage directly with global clients and participate in short-term onsite engagements, providing broader industry exposure and accelerated career development.

Comprehensive Rewards & Well-being

Axtria offers a competitive rewards and benefits ecosystem focused on employee well-being, professional development, financial security, and long-term career success.