Health Practice Researcher, Executive Search

Egon Zehnder•Boston, MA

3d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive Senior Business Analyst to join our Expert team serving North America. In this fast-paced role, the Senior Business Analyst will be responsible for guiding internal client teams of consultants and other Experts in the execution of Executive Search, Board, and Advisory projects for multiple clients within an industry or function. Primary responsibilities include project planning, market and candidate research, the production of high-quality client deliverables, business development, and knowledge management. The Senior Business Analyst provides specialized market insight, strategic guidance, and client engagement support as a crucial member of the client engagement team. In conjunction with internal consultant stakeholders, you will operate as part of a team that delivers powerful, effective human capital solutions to our clients. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to balance multiple projects at the same time. Health Practice Group Summary A foundational shift is under way in the global health space, thanks to continuous disruptions and groundbreaking innovations. Legacy organizations are embracing change, testing novel business models, and creating new opportunities. At the same time, new players from technology, consumer products, services, and other sectors are entering the enormous global health marketplace, unburdened by conventional business models. This means that companies need a new kind of leadership. At Egon Zehnder, our Health Practice finds and develops leaders from across industries and geographies with the ability to catalyze change across an entire organization. With our global reach and deep industry experience, we are able to actively advise organizations that are breaking new ground and realigning for this new patient-centric health model. A large number of the healthcare assignments we undertake involve international collaboration, from brainstorming to shared execution. Our work includes hundreds of assignments annually in every functional area, including general and financial management, sales and marketing, operations, R&D, etc., as well as at all senior executive levels, including the Board of Directors. Our Health Practice is broad and includes a variety of segments including Biopharmaceuticals & Generics, Consumer Health, Digital Health, Healthcare Delivery, Lifescience Tools and Medical Devices & Diagnostics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of 3 years’ professional work experience (post-undergrad)
Demonstrated functional experience of a similar nature (e.g., market research, qualitative or legal research, professional services/consulting, project planning)
Previous project-based experience working effectively on multiple mandates simultaneously
Ability to effectively operate in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication ability
Demonstrates very strong attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience (consulting or research) in one or more areas related to health, either academic (e.g., a degree in biology, chemistry, public health, etc.) or professional (e.g., previous role in a lab, hospital, pharmaceutical company, etc.)
Previous experience in the executive search industry
Superior engagement management abilities and initiative to lead projects with minimal guidance or supervision
Demonstrated ability to push back constructively and offer solutions
Forward-thinking, structured, and process-oriented thinker
Self-starter mentality with good business judgement

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead Expert for multiple simultaneous client projects in collaboration with Consultants and other Experts
Act as a thought partner to the team on all aspects of projects by identifying and developing a rigorous approach and strategy (e.g., priority targets through market research, utilizing data tools, and scoping out parameters to deliver client solutions at scale and scope)
Guide the project team throughout the search processes to drive strategy, candidate solutions and supporting client materials with a consistent focus on quality and speed
Identify, calibrate and prioritize potential candidates through a thorough research process, the internal Firm network and external resources
Work broadly across different Firm offerings to continue developing a well-rounded understanding of our solutions to identify the best solutions for individual client needs
Create high-quality client documentation (e.g., candidate profiles, role specifications, search strategies, assessment and client progress reports, etc.)
Partner with client teams to develop pitch presentations and business development materials, adapting deliverables and solutions to address specific client needs
Proactively initiate, shape, and drive effective business development activities and other business-related projects, including monitoring relevant market shifts in a segment or function, company updates, and people moves
Act as a partner with consultants to build targeted event lists for business development-related dinners, conferences, and other points of connection
Contribute to the Firm’s knowledge management activities by looking for opportunities to share expertise and best practices, developing a network of people within an industry or functional area and recording pertinent information
Develop an area of subject matter expertise, providing strategic guidance and high-quality insights on important trends and topics to support client teams