Carrot Recruitment
Strategic Consultant

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Associate Consultant / Consultant
Healthcare Strategy Consulting | Hampshire | Hybrid Working
Summary
Are you currently working in healthcare market research, healthcare insights, competitive intelligence or consulting and looking for a role with greater strategic exposure?
This is an opportunity to join a growing boutique healthcare consultancy that partners with leading pharmaceutical and healthcare organisations to solve complex commercial and strategic challenges across the product lifecycle.
The team works on a broad range of projects including brand strategy, launch planning, competitive strategy, portfolio optimisation, segmentation, positioning and commercial decision-making. Their work spans global, regional and local markets, giving consultants exposure to high-impact strategic projects from an early stage.
This role would suit someone who enjoys analytical problem-solving but wants to move beyond pure research delivery and play a more active role in shaping strategic recommendations and client outcomes.
Everything you need to know about the role
As an Associate Consultant or Consultant, you will work closely with experienced consultants and senior leadership to support the delivery of strategic engagements for pharmaceutical clients.
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Responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the design and delivery of strategic consulting projects
- Conducting research, analysis and synthesis of complex information
- Developing client-ready presentations and recommendations
- Participating in client workshops and strategic discussions
- Managing project workstreams and timelines
- Building strong client relationships
- Contributing to proposal development and business growth activities
Experience and qualities that make you a strong fit
We're keen to speak with candidates who bring at least 2 years experience from one of the following:
- Pharmaceutical market research
- Healthcare insights
- Competitive intelligence
- Healthcare consulting
- Pharmaceutical industry roles with strong commercial exposure
You'll likely be:
- Commercially minded and intellectually curious
- Comfortable working directly with clients
- An excellent communicator and presenter
- Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Academically strong, with a good degree background
- Motivated by learning and professional development


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What’s on offer?
- £40,000 – £55,000 base salary
- Annual bonus scheme
- £3,000 travel allowance
- Private healthcare package
- Generous pension contribution
- Enhanced parental leave policy
- Wellness allowance
- Home office allowance
- 25 days holiday, increasing with service
- Hybrid working model (2 office days per week)
- Modern office environment
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to transition from healthcare market research or competitive intelligence into a true strategic consulting environment, or for consultants seeking the opportunity to make a greater impact within a high-growth boutique firm.
Could this be the role for you?
If you’re ready to take on this exciting opportunity and bring your expertise to a company that’s shaping the future of healthcare, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply below.
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