About Us
We are a Zürich-based IT strategy and digital transformation consultancy firm, dedicated to servicing large Swiss corporates and scale-ups in highly dynamic technology markets. We blend academic rigor with practical insight to support data-driven strategic decision-making, especially in turbulent, high-uncertainty environments, including M&A, corporate innovation, ESG adaptation, and digital transformation.
At Krokus IT Services AG, we are expanding our consulting operations in the Merger and Acquisitions (M&A) advisory domain in Switzerland. Our goal is to help clients acquire and integrate digital capabilities, data platforms, and AI-based products. This endeavor requires exceptionally strong analytical and research-driven expertise at the intersection of strategic management, M&A knowledge, corporate finance, and technological innovation.
To support this effort, we are looking to strengthen our team with a Strategy Consultant / Strategy Associate who brings a rare mix of academic excellence, regional expertise, quantitative rigor, and a collaborative mindset.
Key Responsibilities
- Expert-level knowledge of intellectual property (IP) rights and assets within corporations, utilizing hands-on knowledge of valuation methodologies for IP rights and assets.
- Apply rigorous empirical research methods in IP rights to inform real-world business challenges and support C-suite decisions.
- Assess the value of scientific and inventive skills within innovative companies.
- Design and conduct in-depth strategy analyses on topics such as M&A integration, company valuation, innovation trajectories, IPO planning, and founder teams.
- Lead data-intensive projects using large-scale proprietary and public datasets (financial, innovation, ESG, HR, etc.).
- Collaborate with clients, academics, and internal stakeholders to translate findings into practical strategic recommendations.
- Develop and deliver workshops, reports, and presentations.
- Contribute to internal knowledge development and mentor junior staff.
- Support engagement with clients and research partners in the EMEA area, leveraging regional expertise and language skills.
Your Profile
We seek a highly specific and exceptional individual with the following must-have qualifications:
- A PhD in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Management, or a closely related field with strong academic achievements from a recognized European institution, including training in empirical research methods and data processing skills.
- Knowledge of the university infrastructure and funding programs in Switzerland and Europe is required.
- Doctoral or postdoctoral experience in Switzerland focusing on corporate strategy, M&A, IPOs, or innovation.
- A proven track record of project funding and peer-reviewed publications in academic outlets.
- Experience presenting at top-tier conferences and in front of senior stakeholders.
- 5+ years of university-level teaching experience across Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels in strategic management and international business.
- Thesis supervision and other supervisory skills are preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to build and lead research teams and organize academic seminars and teaching.
- Proficiency in Stata, Matlab, R, or Python for empirical analysis.
- Strong command of English; proficiency in German is preferred.
- Formal training and demonstrated success in negotiation, particularly in multi-stakeholder or cross-cultural settings.
What Sets You Apart
- You combine academic excellence with real-world insight, capable of thinking like a scholar while acting like a strategist.
- You have experience working with unique datasets on IPOs, M&A, family firms, and innovation at scale.
- You are an expert in quantitative strategy research and comfortable in client-facing, high-stakes negotiation settings.
- You possess strong communication skills across diverse stakeholder groups and languages, including English and German.
- You bring deep insights into both Western and emerging market business ecosystems.
- You actively seek integration, evidenced by language learning, cultural participation, and professional involvement in Switzerland.
We Offer
- The opportunity to transition from academia to consulting without compromising the rigor of research.
- A collaborative team with a deep respect for evidence-based decision-making.
- Flexible working models (hybrid/remote).
- A role with strategic growth potential, including client interaction, research publication, and leadership opportunities.
Application Process
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.