At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct in-depth analysis of European healthcare policy and private equity transactions.
- Company: Capstone, a global strategy firm with a focus on impactful policy analysis.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a team that values innovation and offers a chance to shape the future of healthcare investments.
- Why this job: Directly influence investment decisions in the dynamic healthcare sector.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in consulting or healthcare strategy with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are seeking a Senior Associate with specialized expertise in European healthcare policy and private equity transaction work. This role is based in London, England.
Responsibilities
- Develop differentiated investment insights grounded in sophisticated policy analysis and European healthcare market dynamics.
- Conduct fast‑paced commercial and policy diligence for PE sponsors within 2‑4 week transaction sprint timelines.
- Combine rigorous analytical frameworks with deep knowledge of European healthcare regulation, reimbursement, and market structures to assess investment opportunities.
- Interact regularly with policymakers, regulators, government stakeholders, and private equity investors across European healthcare systems.
- Translate complex and evolving policy environments into actionable investment theses.
- Manage multiple concurrent diligence engagements with a self‑directed work style.
Qualifications
- 3+ years at a top‑tier management consulting firm or boutique healthcare strategy advisory with demonstrated private equity diligence experience.
- Direct involvement in buy‑side or sell‑side healthcare due diligence, ideally across multiple sub‑sectors (providers, payers/insurers, healthcare services, life sciences services, digital health, tech‑enabled care).
- Proven ability to structure and execute rapid diligence workstreams within compressed 2‑4 week deal cycles.
- Understanding of European regulatory frameworks, reimbursement mechanisms (e.g., NHS, Assurance Maladie, statutory health insurance systems, DRG pricing), and healthcare funding dynamics.
- Strong executive presence and client‑facing skills developed in transaction‑driven environments.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex policy and market dynamics into clear investment implications.
- Strong interest in the intersection of healthcare policy, politics, and private equity investing and legislative developments (national and EU‑level) to investment risk and upside.
- Eligibility to work in the UK without employer sponsorship.
- Advanced degree (MBA, MPP, MPH, MSc, JD/LLM, PhD) preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in consulting, healthcare, policy analysis, or related fields.
- Strong academic record.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
What Sets This Role Apart
Unlike traditional policy or consulting roles, you will directly influence capital allocation decisions by translating healthcare policy dynamics into investment risk/opportunity assessments. You will combine the analytical rigor of PE diligence with the strategic foresight of policy analysis.
Senior Associate, European Healthcare Policy & Investment employer: Capstone Research Limited (UK)
Capstone is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of London. Employees benefit from unique opportunities to influence capital allocation decisions while engaging with top-tier clients in the healthcare sector, all within a supportive environment that prioritises professional growth and development. With a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity, Capstone empowers its team members to thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on the global policy landscape.
Contact Details:
Capstone Research Limited (UK) Recruitment Team
