Summary:
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.As a Manager, you’ll:
- 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:
- 4 - 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
