Blue Matter Consulting is a strategy consulting firm focused exclusively on the life sciences industry. We partner with biotech startups and multinational pharmaceutical corporations to help them achieve commercial success across the lifecycle of their products, portfolios, and organizations. Our work spans new product planning, launch strategy, brand and lifecycle planning, and corporate and portfolio strategy across specialty therapeutic areas. We operate globally, with offices in the US (San Francisco, Current York, Boston), Europe (London, Zurich, Netherlands), and India (Mumbai, Gurgaon, Pune).The RoleAs an Associate Consultant or Consultant in our India office, you will work as an integrated member of US- and Europe-based project teams — directly engaging global clients, contributing to live strategy engagements, and building deliverables that shape commercial and corporate decisions.This is not a support or back-office role. You will own meaningful workstreams, present to clients, and operate with the same expectations as your US/Europe counterparts. The role involves working partial overlap hours with US or European time zones a few days each week; work timing flexibilityis provided.Primary ResonsibilitiesOnboard rapidly to new engagements — internalize objectives, scope, and timelines, and integrate with the US/Europe project team from day oneConduct primary and secondary research in a time-bound mannerIdentify key insights, recommendations, opportunities, and threats to inform corporate and commercial strategiesCreate and utilize analytical tools to support strategic decision-makingDevelop slides or memos effectively communicating results of analysesPrepare material for project meetings, workshops, and client presentationsProactively communicate progress, flag risks,



and seek guidance from senior team membersDemonstrate accountability for completion and high-quality delivery of all assigned responsibilitiesEngage with global clients regularly (e.G., weekly updates, workshops, interim and final presentations)Participate in and contribute to internal initiatives including business development, knowledge management, and new capabilities developmentWho We Are Looking ForWe look for consultants who can hit the ground running in a project team, are scientifically trained (by experience or academic background), and demonstrate strength across four core competencies:Critical Thinker — Able to approach a problem, understand its context and implications, and work with ambiguous information to develop creative and pragmatic solutionsCollaborative — Able to plan your own work, deliver on commitments to your project team, and operate effectively across time zones and culturesCommunicative — Able to interact transparently and concisely with internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and in writingProactive — Able to take initiative, eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and willing to take failure in strideDesired Experience and SkillsUnderstanding of clinical trial phases and their impact on strategic decision-makingDemonstrated ability to integrate scientific, business, and industry knowledge in developing creative solutions for clientsStrong analytical skills and structured,



hypothesis-driven problem-solvingExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to manage competing priorities under tight timelinesDemonstrated ability to work in a team environmentProactive and entrepreneurial in spiritWillingness and ability to read complex scientific material and distill key insightsProficiency in MS PowerPoint and ExcelExperience using proprietary pharma databasesExperience with pharma marketing analytics, valuation, or forecasting/modeling is a plusPrior demonstrated success working across time zones with international teams is a plusPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree(s) in the biology domain — PhD, MBBS, MD, BDS, MS, BPharm/MPharm, PharmD, or MPH2–3 years of prior consulting experience, OR at least 2–3 years of biopharma industry experience in roles such as portfolio planning, corporate strategy, or business developmentUS/Europe life sciences industry knowledge and exposure is a plusWhat We Can Offer YouDiverse, intellectually stimulating projects across our clients' products, portfolios, and organizations — from biotech startups to multinational pharmaceutical corporationsDirect engagement with global clients and US/Europe project teams from day oneSupportive environment to learn and grow, regardless of your starting skill and knowledge levelBeing empowered to drive your development, own your work, and manage your timeHybrid office and home working model (depending on project schedules)Structured onboarding program to help you build core consulting skillsSupport for your developmental journey with:A peer-level buddy to help you navigate your way around Blue Matter and share their experiencesA senior-level career coach to support your overall professional development and career progressionA senior-level India-based local mentor for ad hoc guidance and support

📌 Associate Consultant/Consultant (Strategy) (Maharashtra)
🏢 Blue Matter
📍 Maharashtra