Associate Consultant, Strategy Consulting

IQVIA SOLUTIONS ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in healthcare is seeking an Associate Consultant in Singapore. The role requires supporting the delivery of consulting projects and conducting market research to meet client needs. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of consulting experience or relevant industry background and strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Opportunities for professional growth within a high-performing team are available.

Qualifications

• 1 year in Tier 1 consulting or 2 years in Tier 2 consulting firms.
• 4 years of non-consulting experience in relevant industries.
• At least 3 publications or 1 high-impact publication for PhD graduates.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and delivery of consulting projects.
• Conduct market research for client needs.
• Manage cross-functional stakeholders for projects.
• Leverage expertise for client solutions.
• Create reports and presentations under guidance.
• Develop knowledge of consulting methodologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

MBA/Masters or PhD

Job description

As an Associate Consultant at IQVIA, your problem-solving, analytical, critical thinking and leadership skills will be called upon from day one.

You will be responsible for the delivery of consulting projects.

An Associate Consultant at IQVIA:

• Supports design, development and delivery of consulting projects or components of larger, complex projects;
• Conducts market research to understand business needs and identify gaps and opportunities for the clients;
• Manages internal and external cross functional stakeholders to support project delivery;
• Leverages internal and external subject matter expertise in identifying potential solutions to client issues;
• Works in a team of like-minded professionals to create reports, presentations, workshops, under the guidance of practice leaders;
• Supports development of a broad knowledge of related consulting methodologies and pharmaceutical market thought leadership through the delivery of consulting engagements and participation in formal and informal learning opportunities;
• Works independently and as part of a high performing team;
• Attends, supports and presents with confidence at client meetings.

Skills & Experience

• An experienced consultant with at least 1 year of experience in Tier 1 or 2 years of experience in Tier 2 consulting firms or
• An experienced professional with at least 4 years of non-consulting experience in relevant industries (e.g. pharma, banking, Private Equity/Venture Capital, start-up, hospital management, etc.) or
• An MBA / Masters graduate with at least 2 years of experience in relevant industries (e.g. pharma, banking, Private Equity/Venture Capital, start-up, hospital management, etc.) or
• A PhD graduate with no industry/consulting experience (with at least 3 publications or 1 high-impact factor publication)
• Experience in consulting, pharmaceutical or healthcare industry will be highly advantageous.
• Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, with an ability to work effectively with others in and across the organization to accomplish team goals.
• Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
• Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools and techniques.
• Highly adaptable, with an ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge.
• A willingness and ability to travel for work.