Senior Consultant – Healthcare & Life Sciences (Healthcare Technology and Solutions)

Simon-Kucher•Boston, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Consultant will work primarily in Healthcare consulting within Simon-Kucher’s Healthcare & Life Sciences Division, supporting a range of clients and projects across medical technology, diagnostics, digital health and healthcare IT, providers, payers, healthcare services, and healthcare B2B. The role combines strategy development and data analysis to address client business challenges, while building industry, business, and subject-matter expertise through fast-paced project work. Candidates with pharmaceutical or biotech backgrounds are welcome when they demonstrate a clear commitment to Healthcare as their primary career focus. The position contributes to client engagements through quantitative analysis, development of pricing and sales strategies, financial modeling, preparation of presentations and reports, and participation in client meetings and workshops. The consultant is expected to contribute innovative ideas, communicate insights and recommendations clearly, and collaborate with project teams in an inclusive environment. The role follows a hybrid model, with employees expected to work in the office two to three days per week. The stated base salary range for US roles is $125,000–$155,000 per year. Total compensation includes eligibility for annual merit-based increases and a comprehensive benefits package. Specific compensation depends on experience, skills, and location.

Requirements

At least 2 years of full-time professional experience with an undergraduate degree, or a 2-year master’s degree or doctoral degree.
A credible commitment to Healthcare as the primary consulting career focus; candidates with pharma or biotech backgrounds must clearly demonstrate this commitment.
Experience in areas such as consulting, change management, continuous improvement, project management, pricing, market access, marketing, sales, or growth strategy.
Strong quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills, including the ability to translate insights into clear recommendations.
Solid understanding of marketing, pricing, and sales concepts supported by relevant experience.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables in a high-performance environment.
Strong communication skills, including executive-ready writing and presentation skills.
Collaborative and inclusive teamwork skills, with comfort mentoring or coaching others.
Proficiency with analytical and presentation tools such as Excel and PowerPoint.
Willingness to work in-office 2–3 days per week in alignment with the hybrid model.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare consulting or adjacent experience, preferably with exposure to commercial strategy for providers, payers, or healthcare services.
Experience with commercial strategy topics in MedTech services, diagnostics, digital health, or healthcare IT.
Experience with healthcare B2B services or platforms.
Experience with Power BI or Python.
Demonstrated commitment to Healthcare through relevant project experience, academic focus, personal motivation, or a clear career direction.

Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret data to support pricing and sales strategies, identify opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.
Collaborate with project teams on client engagements, including developing presentations, creating financial models, and contributing to client workshops.
Help prepare clear, compelling client presentations and reports that communicate findings and recommendations.
Contribute innovative ideas and creative solutions to business challenges and market opportunities.
Participate in client meetings and workshops and contribute to discussions and presentations as appropriate.
Engage in workshops and training to develop consulting and business skills and knowledge of Simon-Kucher methodologies.
Work with project teams to combine strategy development and data analysis in solving client business challenges.
Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive environment that fosters belonging.