Manager - Strategy

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated

$131K — $171K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's preferred.
  • 5-8 years of work experience; 5 years in strategy consulting mandatory.
  • Led major cross-functional strategy initiatives aligned with executive goals.
  • Strong skills in structuring complex problems effectively.
  • Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Demonstrated intellectual curiosity with quick learning capabilities.
  • Ability to convey complex ideas clearly in written formats.

Responsibilities

  • Break down complex problems and scope relevant projects.
  • Conduct primary and secondary research along with rigorous data analysis.
  • Create strategic frameworks and financial models akin to top consulting firms.
  • Develop presentations that communicate insights and analysis clearly.
  • Support the creation of communications for CEO and Board of Directors.
  • Stay updated on market, regulatory, and tech trends relevant to the company.

Benefits

  • High visibility and impactful project involvement.
  • Collaboration with executives and cross-functional business teams.
  • Opportunities to influence corporate and business strategy directly.
  • Engagement with a variety of complex problems across diverse projects.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

We are seeking a Manager, Strategy to help shape Vertex's corporate and business strategy. You will be part of the Chief Strategy Office (CSO).

As a member of the CSO, you will have the ability to work on impactful and complex projects with high visibility. Example projects include customer segmentation, new market evaluations, pricing and business model development, and growth opportunity exploration, among others. Projects will entail collaboration with executives, cross-functional business partners, and external stakeholders.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Break down complex problems and structure and scope related projects.


  • Conduct primary and secondary research and perform rigorous data analysis.


  • Create strategic frameworks and financial models (on par with leading consulting firms).


  • Develop presentations to clearly communicate problem space, analysis, and insights.


  • Support creation of CEO and Board of Directors level communication.


  • Stay current on market, regulatory, and technology trends relevant to Vertex.


Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline. Master's degree preferred.


  • 5 to 8 years of work experience, with a minimum of 5 years of strategy consulting experience.


  • Led cross-functional workstreams on high-stakes strategy initiatives, driving alignment with executive objectives, ensuring rigorous execution against timelines, and delivering actionable, high-impact outcomes.


  • Excellent ability to structure complex problems.


  • Exceptional research, analytical and problem-solving skills.


  • Intellectual curiosity and ability to learn new subjects quickly.


  • Ability to deliver high quality analysis and supported points of view.


  • Crisp ability to convey complex ideas in written form (e.g., memos, slide presentations).


  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


COMMENTS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this position. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.

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