Strategic Insights Analyst

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Analyst, Strategy to help shape corporate and business strategy. You will join the Chief Strategy Office and collaborate with the Director, Strategy and other CSO members on high-visibility initiatives including market evaluations, pricing, and growth opportunities.

The role requires strong analytical and presentation skills, Excel‑based modeling, and the ability to work with executives and partners across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• 2–3 years of strategy work experience in corporate strategy or a strategy consulting firm.
• Exceptional research, analytical and problem‑solving skills supported by strong attention to detail.
• Highly structured thinker, with the ability to be flexible and pivot as needed.
• Self‑driven, with deep intellectual curiosity and ability to learn new subjects quickly.
• Ability to deliver high quality analysis and convey insights in presentation form.
• Proficiency with Excel (and other data analysis tools) and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Location: East Coast preferred.

Responsibilities

• Break down complex problems and formulate and test hypotheses.
• Conduct primary and secondary research and perform rigorous data analysis.
• Synthesize analysis into clear takeaways and recommendations.
• Develop presentations to clearly communicate problem space, analysis, and insights.
• Support creation of CEO and Board of Directors level communications.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Independent worker

Cross-functional work

Excel skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Programming languages

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking an Analyst, Strategy to help shape corporate and business strategy. You will join the Chief Strategy Office and collaborate with the Director, Strategy and other CSO members on high-visibility initiatives including market evaluations, pricing, and growth opportunities.

The role requires strong analytical and presentation skills, Excel‑based modeling, and the ability to work with executives and partners across the company.