HEOR Senior Consultant

Job description

Acumetis is a global expert commercialisation partner purposefully built to help life sciences win in the age of connectivity. With an integrated model spanning the entire asset lifecycle , deep functional and therapeutic-area expertise, and rigorous, outcome-driven thinking, Acumetis reframes complex problems and shapes solutions that are both imaginative and achievable. With more than 350 experts globally and experience across 50+ geographic markets , Acumetis helps clients unlock value, accelerate performance, and deliver better outcomes for patients. Acumetis. Reframe what’s possible. As a Senior Consultant within the Global Value & Access team, you will take a leading role in shaping project strategy , driving high-quality delivery , and serving as a trusted partner to clients across the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. You will apply deep expertise in Market Access, HEOR , pricing and reimbursement, and evidence strategy to guide decision-making in complex and fast-moving environments. You will lead multiple workstreams with confidence, ensuring methodological rigour , well-structured narratives, and impactful recommendations . You will be responsible for steering teams , maintaining strong client engagement , and overseeing high-quality outputs across diverse project types, from HTA and pricing strategy to evidence synthesis, qualitative research, and landscape analysis. Senior Consultants are i nfluential contributors to client relationships. You will proactively identify opportunities, steer conversations, manage complex discussions, and help guide cross-functional alignment both internally and externally. You will also play a key role in developing junior team members , coaching others, reviewing work to ensure quality and consistency, and creating an environment where teams perform at their best. This role builds the strategic leadership and commercial capability required for progression towards a Manager , where ownership of full client accounts, multi-project oversight, and thought leadership become central responsibilities. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS Core Knowledge Apply advanced HEOR frameworks, economic evaluation methods, and HTA principles to guide strategy discussions with clients. Lead pricing and access strategy thinking across countries and therapeutic areas. Demonstrate mastery of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word to produce or review complex, client-ready materials. Guide teams in applying appropriate methodologies, frameworks, and analytical approaches to diverse project types. How You Work Critical Thinking & Attention to Detail Evaluate complex data and evidence to support strategy, commercial interpretation, and decision-making. Review and improve others’ work, ensuring tone, clarity, logic, and consistency across deliverables. Identify strategic implications and trade-offs, helping clients understand the impact of evidence, policy shifts, or competitive context. Establish internal QC standards and champion rigorous review processes across projects. Time Management & Collaboration Balance multiple timelines and priorities across several projects, ensuring clarity and structure for teams. Manage cross-project workload for yourself and others; forecast resource needs and plan ahead. Foster a high-trust, collaborative environment; support to resolve conflicts and support positive team culture. Coach team members at all levels, encouraging feedback, development, and high performance. Communication & Client Engagement Lead client presentations, workshops, and strategic discussions with confidence and clarity. Manage sensitive, complex, or high-stakes client conversations independently. Provide structured, persuasive communication in emails, presentations, and deliverables. Serve as the day-to-day lead for client interactions, ensuring alignment, responsiveness, and relationship strength. Project Management Lead full projects or major components, managing timelines, budgets, work allocation, and quality. Oversee project coordination, internal communication, and stakeholder management across functions. Anticipate project risks, identify solutions early, and ensure smooth execution from scoping to delivery. Ensure team adherence to CMAP processes, forecasting requirements, and project controls. Client Management Lead client management tasks with minimal oversight Proactively flag issues/changes in scope and/or timelines and support team problem-solving What You Do Research & Evidence Design, oversee, and review structured literature reviews with strong methodological rationale. Drive evidence synthesis approaches for complex evidence packages, HTA submissions, or multi-country assessments. Guide qualitative study design, moderate interviews or advisory boards, and provide oversight of thematic analysis. Lead survey design, complex quantitative analysis, or model interpretation with commercial insight. Data Analysis & Evidence Interpretation Validate analytical outputs and integrate insights into strategic narratives. Guide teams in selecting quantitative or qualitative methodologies that align with project objectives. Ensure that data-driven insights clearly support strategic recommendations and client decision needs. Writing & Storytelling Write or review full reports, including pricing/access strategy, HEOR narratives, HTA-facing content, and strategic recommendations. Create persuasive slide decks with compelling storylines tailored to client objectives. Ensure that outputs reflect strategic coherence, clarity, a high standard of consulting communication and meet client objectives. Presentation & Business Development Lead sections of client presentations, confidently handling Q&A and guiding discussions. Deliver strategic workshops, advisory boards, or cross-functional client sessions. Shape proposals, including objectives, frameworks, timelines, budgeting, and methodological approaches. Identify opportunities for follow-on work and contribute to broader business development and internal initiative activities. Career Development As a Senior Consultant, you will refine your leadership, deepen your technical expertise, and expand your client-facing responsibilities. Progression at this level typically involves: Leading full projects or multi-country workstreams independently Guiding strategic client conversations and owning key relationships Designing and overseeing evidence, pricing, and access approaches across project types Coaching and developing team members to deliver high-quality work Influencing internal processes, methodologies, and best practices Contributing to commercial growth through BD involvement and client engagement Acting as a thought partner to Managers and Senior Managers in shaping complex strategies Strong performance at this level prepares you for progression to the Manager role, where broader account leadership, strategic ownership, business development, and cross-project oversight become central. Education Degree-level qualification (2.1 or above preferred) in a health-related, analytical, or numerical scientific discipline, such as: Health Economics, Public Health Maths, Statistics, Econometrics Biochemistry, Natural Sciences, Life Sciences Engineering, Operational Research, MORSE Advanced degree (MSc, MRes, MBA, PhD) strongly preferred in: Health Economics Biostatistics / Medical Statistics Epidemiology Mathematics / Econometrics Other analytical, quantitative, or health-related disciplines Skills & Capabilities Extensive experience delivering Market Access, HEOR, pricing and reimbursement, evidence synthesis, or analytical consulting work, including leading workstreams or full project components. Proven ability to design, justify, and lead quantitative and qualitative research approaches, ensuring methodological rigour and alignment to client needs. Ability to interpret complex data, integrate multiple evidence sources, and translate insights into commercially relevant recommendations. Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent command of English (CEFR C1/C2), including the ability to lead client-facing discussions and provide high-quality written outputs. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel functions for data analysis and model interpretation. Experience with reference management software (e.g., EndNote, Zotero) and/or analytical/statistical tools (e.g., R, SPSS, Stata, Python) is advantageous and increasingly expected at this level. Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects. Demonstrated leadership capability, including coaching colleagues, reviewing others’ work, and supporting high-quality delivery across teams. Ability to work with professional maturity and independence, managing complex client interactions and contributing to strategic discussions. VALUE FRAMEWORK At Acumetis, our values are built upon four essential values that define the competencies and behaviours needed for each role within our organisation: business, self, team, and client. These values are represented by: Entrepreneurial – we have an entrepreneurial mindset towards work, we are solutions oriented and we accept challenges that come our way Integrity - We are responsible and accountable, we treat everyone with respect, generosity and care Collaboration – We listen to one another and tap into knowledge, wisdom and perspectives of our colleagues and we foster a supportive inclusive environment Achievement – We make a difference of driving company and personal growth and we thrive on achievement and recognition of ourselves, our team and our company DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION Acumetis is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best work. Internally, we strive to create an environment where diversity of thought and experience enhances collaboration, drives innovation, and supports personal and professional growth. By championing inclusivity, we ensure that all team members can thrive and achieve success together.