Engagement Manager in Istanbul, Turkey

Join IQVIA Consulting Services as an Engagement Manager

About Us:

IQVIA Consulting Services is the world’s leading advisor on critical business issues in the life sciences. As the strategy arm of IQVIA, we provide end-to-end management consulting to the biopharma industry. Our sole focus on life sciences, deep expertise in key commercial and technical areas, unique access to proprietary data, and global presence enable us to make a positive long-term impact on healthcare.

As an Engagement Manager at IQVIA, you will lead multiple consulting projects in the dynamic life sciences field, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery. You will play a pivotal role in business development, nurturing client relationships, and contributing to innovative new offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Guide project teams in designing, developing, and delivering client solutions.

• Client Engagement: Lead teams to understand client needs, develop proposals, and ensure high client satisfaction.

• Proposal Management: Oversee the preparation and modification of proposals, ensuring overall bid integrity.

• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans with clear timelines and deliverables, leading projects to successful, on-time, and on-budget completion.

• Problem Solving: Recommend improvements and alternative solutions to resolve issues.

• Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and high satisfaction.

• Reporting: Provide high-level input and ensure the development of client reports and presentations.

• Business Development: Identify new business opportunities and follow-on work to elevate client relationships.

• Client Follow-Up: Ensure client satisfaction through follow-up after project deliverables are completed.

• Expertise Development: Continuously strengthen your subject matter expertise through on-the-job experience, conferences, and professional knowledge sharing.

• Mentorship: Mentor and coach others, sharing your expertise to elevate our capabilities and deliver world-class solutions.

Qualifications:

• Education: bachelor’s degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.

• Experience: 8-12 years of related experience in consulting and the life sciences industry. Proven background in consulting, pharmaceutical, and/or healthcare industry with evidence of career progression.

• Skills:

• Excellent project management and client relationship skills.

• Strong capability in managing projects and juggling priorities to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality outcomes.

• Experience working in sizable, multi-disciplined teams and supervising staff.

• Ability to work effectively with others across the organization to accomplish team goals.

• Experience developing credible relationships with senior-level managers and executives in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry.

• Knowledge of key issues and current developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries.

• Demonstrable analytical, interpretative, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent presentation, communication, and client influencing skills.

• Experience developing consultative relationships with senior-level managers and executives.

• Knowledge of consulting methodologies, tools, and techniques.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.

• Established network and referral contacts desired.

• Fluent use of English and Turkish required.

Why Join Us?

Be a part of a team that’s driving innovation and excellence in the life sciences industry! At IQVIA, you’ll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on healthcare while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.