Oliver Wyman - Engagement Manager - Health and Life Sciences - Multiple locations

Marsh McLennan•Chicago, IL

6d•$225 - $240

About The Position

The Health and Life Sciences Practice The HLS practice mission is to “transform healthcare through the relentless pursuit of a better way.” The team works with C-suite and senior executives and management teams across the health and life sciences industry, including Health Insurance, Health Services, Retail and Consumer Health, Healthcare Providers, Health IT, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Medical Device and Diagnostics companies, on wide-ranging issues of strategic impact. We help our clients define a road map for future growth and optimize performance of their current operations. We are leaders in value-based, consumer-centric healthcare and focus our impact on access, quality, experience and cost. We have the expertise needed to help health and life sciences companies address their most pressing strategic questions by delivering critical commercial, marketing, development, portfolio, pricing & market access strategy, and R&D guidance. In addition, we operate the Oliver Wyman Health Innovation Center (OWHIC) to develop and promote market-driven solutions to the crisis of high cost and poor quality that afflicts the healthcare systems of the developed world. Based on the deep healthcare expertise of Oliver Wyman and drawing on a network of innovative leaders across industries, OWHIC identifies and disseminates the ideas and practices that will transform healthcare. Our goal is to create a healthcare system driven by innovation and the needs and desires of consumers, creating value for companies and the public alike. Our consulting approach is distinguished by a combination of industry expertise, strategic orientation, analytical rigor, and implementation experience. We are one of the fastest growing practices in Oliver Wyman, and offer unique opportunities for talented individuals to have transformative impact in the rapidly changing healthcare and life sciences markets while advancing their own careers in a meritocratic environment. Role The Engagement Manager position offers excellent career and growth opportunities for talented, highly motivated professionals with significant prior experience. As a professional member of our firm, your initial responsibilities will include: Leading teams of consultants in complex analysis and problem solving including: problem structuring, analytical techniques, synthesis, and client implications Planning and executing analysis for individual project modules: developing hypotheses, managing data collection, model creation and analyses, primary and secondary research and surfacing insights Supporting Partners' project execution through excellent case management: work planning, managing workflow, upward management and coaching/developing team members Managing client relationships and networks, presenting to board audiences, and working day to day with clients Effective and impactful communication of issues and solutions, in formal and informal settings, through written and verbal communication

Requirements

7+ years experience in healthcare or life sciences strategy consulting experience is preferred, but a combination of strategy consulting and health or life sciences industry experience will be considered
Experience with transactions/private equity
Solid industry knowledge needed in payers/health services, providers, or life sciences; breadth across industries is attractive
Track record of leading and managing teams and delivering against tight deadlines in fast paced and demanding environments
Strong background in conceptual problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to apply depth of content knowledge for thought leadership in project execution, and to develop new intellectual capital to support business development activities
Outstanding communication skills; confidence in presenting to senior executives
Undergraduate or advanced degree from a top academic program
Willingness to travel
Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations. Oliver Wyman does not offer sponsorship for this position. Please note that CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization

Responsibilities

Leading teams of consultants in complex analysis and problem solving including: problem structuring, analytical techniques, synthesis, and client implications
Planning and executing analysis for individual project modules: developing hypotheses, managing data collection, model creation and analyses, primary and secondary research and surfacing insights
Supporting Partners' project execution through excellent case management: work planning, managing workflow, upward management and coaching/developing team members
Managing client relationships and networks, presenting to board audiences, and working day to day with clients
Effective and impactful communication of issues and solutions, in formal and informal settings, through written and verbal communication