As an Engagement Manager, you will be responsible for managing or leading multiple consulting projects and ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery for clients in the pharmaceutical or related industries by:
➢ Managing project teams including both internal and external resources in the design, development and delivery of client deliverables
➢ Leveraging business experience and acumen in identifying strategic alternatives and project approach to client questions
➢ Serving as key point of contact with client
➢ Providing follow-up with client after project deliverable has been completed to ensure client satisfaction.
➢ Ensuring clear communication throughout projects and within the team
➢ Supporting the development of intellectual property for use on future engagements
➢ Managing the process of proposal preparation and/or modifications including overall bid integrity
➢ Developing and/or elevating new business opportunities through the identification of follow-on work and new leads.
➢ Developing broader and deeper knowledge of consulting methodologies and pharmaceutical market through on the job experience and training
➢ Providing direction, advice and intellectual leadership to clients and delivery teams.
Direct consulting teams through consistent participation in team meetings
➢ Providing high level input to, and ensures the development of, client reports and presentations and delivery of all or significant portions of findings to client
➢ Sharing subject matter expertise with others to elevate our capabilities to deliver world-class solutions for clients
➢ Leading ad hoc work streams on critical people-related issues such as recruitment, learning and development
➢ Serving as a coach to 3-4 staff
Skills & Experience
➢ Demonstrable analytical, interpretative and problem-solving skills
➢ Well-developed written and verbal communication skills including presentations, chairing meetings, workshop facilitation, business and report writing
➢ Strong capability in managing large and/or multiple projects and juggling priorities so that deadlines are met while retaining consistently high quality outcomes
➢ Experience working in sizable/ multi-disciplined teams and leading staff
➢ Experience in developing credible relationships with senior level managers and executives in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry
➢ Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others in and across the organization to accomplish team goals
➢ Ability to contribute to business development through the identification of leads, development of proposals etc
➢ Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries
➢ Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools and techniques
Qualifications & Other requirements
A strong academic track record including minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and a relevant graduate qualification and 8-10 years professional experience in consulting, pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry with evidence of career progression
➢ Demonstrable experience in and commitment to the life sciences and/or healthcare industries
➢ A track record of leadership and people development
➢ Fluency in English (spoken and written)
➢ A willingness and ability to travel
➢ Right to live and work in the recruiting country
At IQVIA, we believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. The advanced analytics, technology solutions and contract research services we provide to the life sciences industry are made possible by our 70,000+ employees around the world who apply their insight, curiosity and intellectual courage every step of the way. Learn more at jobs.iqvia.com.