Life Sciences Consulting Analyst / Associate

Jordan Hr; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced professional to join their team in Cape Town, focusing on analysis, documentation, and solution development for clients in the Life Sciences sector. Candidates should have 35 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's Degree. The role involves performing research, drafting reports, and working closely with senior consultants. This position is ideal for someone with strong business acumen and consulting skills, looking to make a significant impact on client projects.

Qualifications

• 35 years of relevant work experience required.
• Strong understanding of business operations in Life Sciences.
• Excellent teamwork and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed research to understand client problems.
• Draft and present high-quality reports and documentation.
• Work closely with senior team members on complex assignments.
• Manage smaller projects within larger engagements.
• Learn about consulting methods and market trends.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Time Management

Consulting Tools Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

This role is for an experienced professional to join a consulting team and help solve problems for clients in the Life Sciences industry (e.g., pharmaceuticals, biotech).

You will focus on analysis, documentation, and developing solutions.

Core Responsibilities

• Analyze and Solve Problems: Perform detailed research (quantitative and qualitative analysis) to understand client problems and identify potential solutions.
• Create Deliverables: Draft, structure, and potentially present high-quality reports, documentation, and client presentations on time.
• Support Projects: Work closely with senior team members (Senior Consultants, Managers) on complex assignments.
• Lead Small Tasks: May be asked to manage a smaller project or work stream within a larger engagement.
• Develop Expertise: Actively learn about consulting methods and the current trends / market in the Life Sciences industry.

Key Requirements

• Experience: 35 years of relevant work experience is required.
• Education: A Bachelor's Degree is required.
• Business Acumen: A solid understanding of how businesses operate, the Life Sciences market, major competitors, and industry trends.
• Consulting Skills: Knowledge of standard consulting tools and techniques.
• Soft Skills: Teamwork - Must work effectively with others across the organization.
• Soft Skills: Time Management - Must be effective at prioritizing tasks and managing time.

In Short :

You will be a key project contributor, taking on analysis, documentation, and presentation tasks to deliver high-quality, on-time consulting services to Life Sciences clients.