Consultant
Position Summary
As a Consultant at Putnam, you will help lead and manage a team of Associate & Life Sciences Consultants to complete projects across all our practice areas. You will interact with clients to understand problems, and develop and refine hypotheses to test. Break down and structure complex strategic and analytical problems that constitute the core of the team’s work. Lead the daily operations of the team in executing and synthesizing analyses into key findings and actionable recommendations, and participate in delivering these recommendations to our clients. Prepare and deliver key findings and recommendations against key business problems to clients. Coach junior staff on project execution and management.
Desired Skills And Experience
- Demonstrated excellence during both her / his academic career (MBA or post-graduate degree is preferred but not required) and previous employment experiences (minimum 3 years work experience or 2 years with an advanced degree) with other top-tier consulting firms or within the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industries.
- Proven analytic abilities, presentation skills, team management experience and a team-oriented attitude are essential.
- A working knowledge of the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is also a prerequisite.
- Relevant analytical/programming experiences in life science industry is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary, accompanied by excellent year-end bonus. Exceptional professional growth and promotion opportunities. Leadership training program. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan, health, dental & disability insurance, 3 weeks paid vacation.
Company Description
Inizio Ignite, Putnam Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health. Our Putnam strategy consulting team bridges science and strategy to enable confident decision-making and build value for pharma. We partner with leading health and life science companies serving brand & commercial leaders, Medical Affairs, access & pricing, and R&D. Our expertise spans offerings including therapeutic area strategy, data & AI strategy, go-to-market strategy, commercialization & growth, value, pricing & access (VPA) strategy, and evidence generation. Proudly part of Inizio – the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward. We believe that to create real, lasting change on human health, we must bring out the best in our people, in every way and at every level. We offer a boutique-firm feel inside a global enterprise, opening the door to limitless opportunities to kickstart your career or hone your expertise. Built on the pillars of empowerment, collaboration, and meaning, we’re proud to offer a fulfilling environment where world-class advisors can come together to shape the future of healthcare for the better. Serving the life sciences industry, including the top 20 global biopharmaceutical companies, consistently ranked as one of the top consulting firms by Vault, and maintaining a true global team of experts sitting across 3 continents, we offer a unique opportunity to play a central role in supporting our clients. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are tenets of our core values. We strive to create a culture and environment that fosters belonging and authenticity across all levels and values individuals for their skills, experience, diverse backgrounds, and unique perspectives. Collectively, DEI serves as a foundational element of who we are and how we work with our clients and with each other.
Contact Information
This is an Equal Employment Opportunity. Please note that Putnam Associates is in no way affiliated with Putnam Investments and that this is not a finance opportunity. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. This range may differ based on your experience and skill set, geographic location, and cost of living considerations. We consider compensation more than just a base salary – that’s why we also offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. Compensation $120,000—$145,000 USD. Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.