Data Strategy Project Leader - Patient Real World Data & Real World Evidence

Zs Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Greater London is seeking a Data Strategy Consultant focused on Real World Data and Evidence. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of Data Analytics experience within Life Sciences and an advanced degree. Responsibilities include leading projects, mentoring team members, and building strategies for data usage. The role offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive rewards package, emphasizing a collaborative culture and client interaction.

Benefits

Health and well-being benefits

Financial planning support

Professional development programs

Career progression options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant Data Analytics & Strategy experience within the Life Sciences industry.
• Strong academic performance in analytic and quantitative coursework.
• Specialist knowledge of healthcare data and its practical applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of projects addressing client data strategy challenges.
• Serve as a primary Project Lead Consultant, managing multiple workstreams.
• Build and maintain a comprehensive level of understanding on healthcare data.

Skills

Data Analytics & Strategy experience

Healthcare data knowledge

Analytic and quantitative coursework

Project management skills

Mentoring skills

Education

Advanced degree in Life Sciences or Statistical discipline

Job description

Overview

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. ZSers work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers worldwide. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business.

Position

Data Strategy Consultant - Patient Real World Data & Real World Evidence

ZS’s Data Strategy and Partnerships has two pillars. First, advising top life sciences clients on all matters related to Data Strategy (RWE/RWD). The team advises clients on operating model, governance, data sourcing and generation, data management, value creation, technology enablement and compliance. In collaboration with the Digital and Technology practice, we diagnose and roadmap the data strategy journey, design, build and operate strategic capabilities.

The second pillar is building relationships with data providers to enable ZS access and use of data in innovative offerings and services.

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain a comprehensive level of understanding and expertise on healthcare data globally.
• Lead the design and execution of projects addressing client data strategy challenges related to Real World Evidence & Real World Data.
• Assist in defining capabilities, building frameworks, processes, and tools to support data strategy.
• Serve as a primary Project Lead Consultant, managing multiple workstreams and ensuring project objectives are met on time and on budget.
• Partner with Senior Leadership and assist in project management responsibilities (planning, staffing management and people growth).
• Build relationships with client stakeholders and lead presentations related to project deliverables, brainstorming and discussions.
• Mentor/coach junior team members, inside and outside projects.
• Help build long-term Data Strategy assets and offerings.
• Contribute to develop POVs on data strategy innovations to build firm intellectual capital and thought leadership.

What You’ll Bring

• Advanced degree in Life Sciences or Statistical discipline, with strong academic performance in analytic and quantitative coursework.
• 5+ years of relevant Data Analytics & Strategy experience within the Life Sciences industry.
• Specialist knowledge of healthcare data and its practical applications (e.g., patient-level EMR, claims, omics), with experience in RWD/RWE projects or omics data.

Hybrid working model:
ZS is committed to a Flexible and Connected way of working. ZSers are onsite at clients or ZS offices three days a week, with the option to work remotely two days a week.

Perks & Benefits:

ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our skills development programs, career progression options and internal mobility support a collaborative culture.

We are committed to flexible and connected working and to a culture that thrives on face-to-face interactions when possible.

Travel

Travel is a requirement for client-facing ZSers; be prepared to travel as needed to meet business needs and client requirements. Travel offers opportunities to strengthen client relationships and gain diverse experiences.

Consider applying?

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences and are committed to inclusion and belonging. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts at the provided resources.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any protected characteristic. To complete your application, candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their country of employment. An online application, including transcripts, is required. NO AGENCY CALLS. For more information, visit www.zs.com.