Principal/Sr Principal, Global Strategic Advisory Consulting
On-site in Portugal·Full-time·Added 1 month ago
Overview
Job details
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Requirements
Work on-site in Portugal
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 12+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
We work hard to prioritise the things that matter most to you. Visit our benefits page for information on everything from perks to well-being initiatives and career enhancement.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Bachelor's degree or equivalent, graduate degree or MBA not required but advantageous.
Minimum 12 years' professional experience in consulting or the pharmaceutical/life sciences industry, with demonstrated career progression.
Strong commitment to and experience within the life sciences and/or healthcare space.
Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, developing people, and delivering high‑impact client engagements.
Proven ability to build lasting client relationships grounded in trust, partnership, and mutual value creation.
Willingness and ability to travel to client locations as needed.
The role
As a Principal or Sr Principal of the DTAS (Data, technology and Advisory Services) Strategic Advisory team, you will work directly with life sciences clients as a trusted partner, helping them navigate complex strategic, technological, and operational challenges. You will shape and deliver high‑impact consulting engagements for VP+ stakeholders, building deep client intimacy through insight‑driven dialogue, proactive partnership, and consistent delivery excellence.
You will be accountable for driving client satisfaction, identifying new opportunities, and achieving or exceeding assigned revenue targets.
What you'll do
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across Advisory Services (Brand & Commercial strategy, Asset & Portfolio strategy, Value & Access, Digital Health, Commercial Excellence, Advanced Analytics) and the broader DTAS ecosystem (data strategy, architecture, outsourcing, technology).
Leverage internal expertise to design integrated, enterprise-grade solutions that unite strategy, data, and technology and foster a culture of excellence and innovation.
Translate major technologies transforming life sciences-AI/ML, digital health, RWE platforms, data interoperability, next‑gen commercial architectures-into meaningful strategic implications for clients.
Act as a trusted strategic thought partner to VP+ clients, building long-term relationships grounded in deep business understanding, proactive guidance, and consistent delivery excellence.
Own client engagements end-to-end, ensuring satisfaction, quality, and measurable value, while identifying follow‑on opportunities and generating new leads across Advisory Services and the wider DTAS portfolio.
Meets or exceeds assigned revenue targets by developing and delivering high-impact, tailored proposals.
Maintain proactive post‑delivery engagement to reinforce partnership and client intimacy.
Provide clear strategic direction and high-quality leadership across projects, shaping actionable recommendations that address client priorities and industry dynamics.
Communicate complex insights effectively to senior stakeholders and ensure that deliverables and proposals reflect rigorous thinking, client relevance, and strategic coherence.
Stay ahead of industry, competitive, and regulatory trends to inform client discussions and shape differentiated advisory propositions.
Contribute to firm visibility and reputation through thought leadership, client forums, and external engagement.
Support team development through recruiting, mentoring, coaching, and capability building to maintain a high standard of consulting excellence.
description
Principal / Sr Principal | DTAS Global Strategic Advisory Consulting
IQVIA™ is The Human Data Science Company™, focused on using data and science to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, technology, analytics and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward.
Your Behaviours
Regardless of your background or your functional expertise, we are on the lookout for experienced team members who will live the below behaviours on a daily basis:
Client centricity
Delivery excellence
Collaboration
Empowerment
Coaching
Hiring process
1 interview
- Other interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams, unless otherwise specified.
- Most interviews are conducted in English unless otherwise specified. However, some questions may be asked in local language.
- The use of AI support during an interview or online assessment is strictly prohibited and grounds for disqualification.
About IQVIA
IQVIA is a global leader in advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. The company combines healthcare data, analytics, and technology expertise to help stakeholders in life sciences, including pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers, drive healthcare forward. With over 90,000 employees worldwide, IQVIA operates in more than 100 countries, providing end-to-end solutions from clinical trials to commercialization.
In Spain, IQVIA has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a key hub for clinical research and healthcare consulting in Southern Europe. The company actively hires international professionals for roles in clinical operations, data management, regulatory affairs, and commercial consulting, offering a multicultural and English-speaking work environment. For international candidates, IQVIA provides a structured career path with opportunities to work on global projects, making it an attractive option for those looking to build a career in the healthcare and life sciences sector in Spain.
- Industry
- Clinical Research and Health Data
- Founded
- 1982
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Durham, USA
- Website
- iqvia.com


