Senior Consultant, HC&LS (US transfer to India)

Simon-Kucher; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company matching

Hybrid work model

Career development

Job summary

Simon-Kucher seeks an experienced consultant based in the United States (Boston or Chicago) or willing to relocate to Bangalore, India, after an initial six months. The role involves supporting client delivery, onboarding, and building a growing Life Sciences practice on a global team.

Work across data analysis, pricing, and strategy engagements with a hybrid model, and opportunities for international client exposure while contributing to a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-time work experience in consulting, change management, or related fields.
• Excellent quantitative skills with Excel/PowerBI/Tableau or similar tools.
• Must have an Indian passport holder currently living in the US.
• Must relocate to India within the next year.
• Fluency in English for client-facing communication and delivery.
• Healthcare/Life Sciences experience preferred (pricing, market access, growth strategy).
• Strong problem solving, communication, and project-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support client delivery, onboarding and knowledge transfer in the initial six months in US offices.
• Help develop and lead India Life Sciences practice with mentorship and strategic guidance.
• Collaborate on data analysis, pricing and sales strategies, and client workshops.

Skills

Excel

PowerBI

Tableau

Education

Undergraduate degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

In the United States - Boston | New York

Relocation to India: Bangalore

Simon-Kucher's sole focus is on unlocking better growth for our clients, increasing their long-term sales, value, and profit. We achieve this by optimizing every lever of their commercial strategy – customer engagement, product, pricing, innovation, marketing, distribution, and sales.

Our Healthcare & Life Science Division works across the highly innovative, complex healthcare sector, including pharmaceuticals & biotech, medical technology, diagnostics, digital health & healthcare IT, healthcare B2B, providers, consumer health, and animal health. Our North America Healthcare & Life teams are based in Boston, Chicago, New York, and San Francisco. As a global division, our project teams often include colleagues from around the world. We value the expertise and perspectives each of our diverse colleagues brings to the table and encourage collaboration across offices and disciplines. us!

What Makes Us Special

• Become part of a unique entrepreneurial team. Think independently, use your initiative, and take some risks. Entrepreneurship is a powerful force that drives the growth not only of our firm but our clients and people.
• Unlock the power of opportunity. Advance your career in a thriving company with a startup feel. We invest in your professional development every step of the way.
• Enjoy balance and flexible working. Be empowered to do your best work – whether it’s from home or in the office.
• Prioritize your health and well-being. No matter where you live, we offer a competitive suite of health benefits to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
• Invest in your future. All US and Canadian employees enjoy 401(k) & RRSP benefits with company matching.
• Work in a values-driven culture. At Simon-Kucher, our vision is to become the world's leading growth specialist. Our values guide the way we do business and communicate our distinctiveness. They sum up what we stand for, influence our culture, and drive how and why we do things.

How You Will Create An Impact

• We are seeking an experienced strategy consultant who is currently based in the United States—ideally in Boston or Chicago—or is willing to relocate to one of these locations for approximately six months before transitioning permanently to Bangalore, India. This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in building and shaping our growing India team while continuing to work on high-impact, global consulting engagements.
  • During the initial six-month period in our Boston or Chicago office, the successful candidate will support client delivery, complete onboarding and knowledge transfer, and build strong relationships with colleagues across our global organization. Upon transitioning to India, the individual will help strengthen and expand our Life Sciences practice by providing leadership, mentorship, and strategic guidance to a growing team.
  • This role is ideal for someone who is excited to build a long‑term consulting career in India, contribute to the development of a high‑performing local practice, and remain closely connected to international clients, colleagues, and global consulting opportunities.
• Working in teams for a wide variety of clients, products, and project types, while building industry, business, and subject matter expertise through fast-paced projects. Specifically gain experience in:
  • Data Analysis: Analyze and interpret data to support pricing and sales strategies, identify opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.
  • Project Support: Collaborate with project teams to support various client engagements, including developing presentations, creating financial models, and contributing to client workshops.
  • Presentation Preparation: Assist in preparing compelling presentations and reports for clients, showcasing findings and recommendations in a clear and impactful manner.
  • Innovation: Contribute innovative ideas and creative solutions to address business challenges and capitalize on market opportunities.
  • Client Interaction: Gain exposure to client interactions by participating in meetings and workshops and contributing to discussions and presentations as appropriate.
  • Learning and Development: Engage in workshops and training sessions to enhance your consulting and business acumen, as well as your understanding of Simon-Kucher's methodologies.
• Work closely with project teams to leverage both strategy development and data analysis to solve client business challenges.
• Be an integral part in contributing to a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters belonging to all.

Your Profile

• 2+ years of full-time work experience with an undergraduate degree or 2-year master's degree or Doctoral degree preferably in one of the following areas, but not limited to: consulting, change management, continuous improvement, project management, functional experience in pricing, market access, marketing, and sales.
• Excellent quantitative skills (high level of facility with analytical tools such as but not limited to Excel, PowerBI, tableau, or other similar tools.
• Must have an Indian passport holder currently living in the US
• Must be considering relocating to India within the next year
• Strong interest in working with global Healthcare & Life Sciences clients Interested in an international consulting career with long-term growth in India and being part of a growing team
• Fluency in English is required to support client-facing communication, stakeholder engagement, and global project delivery.
• For the LS Division, experience in one of the following is preferred: Healthcare industry or life sciences consulting experience with functional experience in pricing, market access, marketing, and growth strategy work for biopharmaceutical, medical device and technology, diagnostics, healthcare IT, healthcare B2B services, consumer health, or digital health clients.
• Professional experience in analyzing and solving complex problems, which includes defining actionable recommendations using well-developed problem‑solving skills (quantitative, conceptual, analytical).
• Solid understanding of marketing, pricing, and sales concepts paired with relevant work experience.
• Record of accomplishment of managing multiple projects, including work plans and deliverables.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork.
• Inclusive and empathetic team member; Has had some supervisory experience in mentoring and coaching others.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a client‑focused attitude.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• In‑office or client presence 3-4 days in alignment with our hybrid working model.

• Total compensation for this role includes base salary, eligibility for annual merit‑based increases, and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Benefits for eligible employees include paid time off, 13 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

The base salary range for this position in is between $125,000 to $150,000 per year for US roles. Specific compensation will depend on factors such as experience, skills, and location. Salary ranges are reviewed periodically to ensure alignment with market conditions.

About Simon-Kucher

Simon-Kucher is a global consultancy with more than 2,200 employees in 30+ countries. Our sole focus is on unlocking better growth that drives measurable revenue and profit for our clients. As a trusted commercial advisor, we combine deep consulting expertise, growth specialization, and technology to scale impact. We optimize every lever of commercial strategy – product, pricing, innovation, marketing, sales, and digital – based on deep insights into what customers value and are willing to pay for. With over 40 years of experience in monetization, we are regarded as the world’s leading commercial growth and pricing specialist.

Simon-Kucher is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.

We believe in building a culture that embraces belonging, creating an environment in which our people feel valued, are able to be themselves and feel their contribution matters. If we get that right, great things will happen; people will grow faster, innovate, feel valued, and create better outcomes for everyone – our people, our clients and, of course, our business.

Simon-Kucher North America Talent Acquisition Team

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