Managing Consultant
Cheltenham
Circa £50,000 (negotiable DOE)
We are seeking a seasoned professional to fill the role of Managing Consultant, tasked with driving strategic initiatives, overseeing project management, conducting in-depth strategic analysis, and providing mentorship to our dedicated team.
An international healthcare marketing consultancy, dedicated to the Healthcare sector. They are a trusted advisor to the world's leading medical device and pharmaceutical companies. They offer distinct capabilities that integrate market research, business analysis and strategic problem solving. They have a global team of consultants and researchers helping clients succeed with new product development and innovative ideas, from idea generation and concept development to market testing, pricing, and commercialisation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Economics, Business, or a related field.
- Proven experience in strategic consulting or agency-side market research/project management with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity.
- Strong coaching and mentoring abilities, demonstrated through past management of staff or project teams.
- Desirable expertise in Market Research, Marketing, Strategy, Product Management, Brand Management, or Consulting within the healthcare sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct the development of comprehensive, client-facing presentations, ensuring strategic alignment and impactful delivery.
- Lead multinational projects, guiding a team of consultants, analysts, and partners to successful outcomes.
- Analyse and interpret both qualitative and quantitative market research findings to extract valuable insights.
- Shape client engagements through informed strategy design, proposal writing, and presentation of report outputs.
- Develop actionable recommendations to enhance client strategies, leveraging your expertise and insights.
- Facilitate engaging customer workshops to foster collaborative solutions and drive business growth.
- Design sophisticated questionnaires and research materials for various projects, ensuring data collection aligns with strategic objectives.
- Execute and oversee multinational market research and consulting projects, with a focus on medical technology innovation, product launches, and marketing strategy.
- Collaborate within project teams to analyse and interpret research findings, translating them into actionable strategies for our clients.
- Take ownership of client reports and project outputs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, insightful content.
- Present findings and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders, including strategy, marketing, and product management.
- Contribute to the design of client engagements and actively participate in proposal development.
- To oversee, and guide the team at our Cheltenham Office with a hands-on presence, providing management, support, and mentorship.
- Occasionally participate in international customer workshops, necessitating limited travel within Europe.
Skills and Qualities:
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, adept at navigating complex challenges.
- Experienced in client relationship management, with a track record of engaging with senior-level stakeholders.
- Proficiency in market research tools and methodologies, coupled with a strategic mindset.
- Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments, delivering results within tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated with a penchant for independent work, while also fostering collaboration within a team.
- Effective multitasker with strong prioritization skills, ensuring efficient project management.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, capable of building rapport and credibility.
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel across Europe periodically for client engagements.
If you are a professional looking to make a significant impact in the healthcare consultancy field and to be part of an organization that values innovation, strategic thinking, and a commitment to excellence - I would like to hear from you!
For immediate consideration, please send your CV to Ellie @ i2i Recruitment ASAP!