Manager II, Life Sciences Strategy Consulting

Kx Advisors provides strategic support to executives at leading Pharmaceutical and Medical Device companies. The primary role of a Manager is to handle the day-to-day management of multiple engagements at a time. Managers set the project schedule, provide direction to the consultants on the projects, and serve as a coach and mentor to consultants. Managers may act as the primary contact for the client and are expected to be able to engage with the client independently on day-to-day matters. Managers support business development by providing consistent project delivery with repeat clients and may support the full lifecycle of BD activities as directed by practice leaders.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for managing multiple engagements from start to finish, including setting project schedules, guiding team members, and interacting directly with clients.
• Lead small project teams of consultants, providing direction and coaching to help the team complete research and prepare documentation for client presentations.
• Support and contribute to the business development lifecycle by delivering high-quality work to existing clients and establishing client relationships.
• Serve as a strategy and thought partner to clients and senior officers of the firm.
• Act as a key point of contact between the team, senior officers of the firm, and clients.

Required Qualifications

• 5-6 years of strategy consulting, market research, or other relevant project-based work experience.
• B.S. or B.A degree from a top four-year college or university in Science, Health, or Business concentration.
• Ph.D. or Master’s degree preferred.
• Healthcare experience preferred at either of the following: A leading management consulting firm, Pharmaceutical, BioTech, or Medical Device company preferably in Strategy, Marketing, Operations, or Business Development function.
• Business research and analysis experience, with demonstrated ability to synthesize data and draw accurate, logical conclusions.
• Demonstrated experience successfully leading workstreams and small project teams.
• Demonstrated experience working and presenting to senior business leaders.
• Foreign language skills preferred, but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Excellent people management skills.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.