Associate

Potomac River Partners; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A management consulting firm in Arlington is seeking a motivated Associate to support client project teams in the life science industry. The role includes researching compliance events, completing audits, and developing training content. Ideal candidates have 1-2 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a collegial environment and requires relocation to the DC/Northern Virginia area.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of prior professional experience.
• Familiarity with the pharmaceutical/healthcare sector preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Research compliance news events affecting the life science industry.
• Complete transactional audits like reviewing client expense reports.
• Load data and remediate errors in transparency reporting databases.
• Develop slides and content for training modules.
• Edit and proofread client deliverables.
• Contribute to internal initiatives and projects.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Company Description

Potomac River Partners is a specialized management consulting firm focused on compliance services for the life science industry. The company’s main clients include large and medium-sized pharmaceutical and medical device firms. Because Potomac is a smaller company, employees work closely with firm leadership, gain exposure to different aspects of the business, and enjoy opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Working for a smaller firm means less bureaucracy and greater opportunity to navigate your own path. Team members are given the early responsibilities that come from working for a smaller firm and having greater exposure to a variety of experiences. Each person’s effort makes a real difference to our clients and the company’s bottom line. We offer a rewarding, collegial work environment with tremendous interpersonal and career growth opportunities.

Position Description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual. The Associate will work closely with client project teams across our various service lines. Candidates must be interested in and comfortable working in an entrepreneurial environment and be available to assist with completion of internal assignments. The ideal candidate has a strong background in problem-solving and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Researching key compliance news events affecting the life science industry
• Completing transactional audits such as reviewing client expense reports
• Loading data and remediating errors in databases used for transparency reporting
• Developing slides and writing content for computer-based training modules
• Editing and proofreading client deliverables
• Contributing to internal initiatives and one-time projects

Required Qualifications

• 1-2 years of prior professional experience
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year university
• Familiarity with the pharmaceutical/healthcare sector preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office products (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Core Competencies

• Accountable: Delivers on promises and commitments
• Professional: Takes pride in work and creating a polished product
• Flexible: Able to adjust to frequent changes in priorities
• Growth Mindset: Desires continuous improvement and is accepting of feedback
• Resourceful: Takes initiative to identify solutions before escalating to others
• Team Player: Works well independently or in a team environment
• Integrity: Trustworthy and honest

The Company will only consider candidates who are willing to relocate to the Washington DC / Northern Virginia metro area. Potomac’s office is metro-accessible within the Rosslyn neighborhood of Arlington.

For more information, please visit the company’s website, Potomac River Partners (www.potomacriverpartners.com)