Business Analyst

Join us as we transform immunology and deliver medicines that help autoimmune patients get their lives back. argenx is preparing for multi-dimensional expansion to reach more patients through a rich pipeline of differentiated assets, led by VYVGART, our first-in-class neonatal Fc receptor blocker approved for the treatment of gMG, and with the potential to treat patients across dozens of severe autoimmune diseases.

We are building a new kind of biotech company, one that maintains its roots as a science-based start-up and pushes our commitment to innovate across all corners of our business. We strive to inspire and grow our company, our partnerships, our science, and our people, because when we do, we deliver more for patients. 

Business Analyst, Corporate Strategy

The Business Analyst role within the Corporate Strategy team provides analytical and operational support to the Corporate Strategy and Business Development teams in the assessment of internal and external opportunities. The role supports portfolio analysis, insights generation, competitive intelligence, and business case development across argenx’s early-stage pipeline and broader corporate development priorities.

In this role, you will collaborate cross-functionally to gather and synthesize information, execute fit-for-purpose analyses, support strategic discussions, and contribute to recommendations that help shape argenx’s Corporate Strategy and Business Development priorities.

The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following areas, with a focus on the biotech and pharma sector: investment banking, consulting, business analytics, corporate strategy and development, competitive intelligence, and/or market research.

The role will be based in Belgium. Remote work is possible. The role reports to a leader within Corporate Strategy.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the development of business cases for internal programs and external opportunities by gathering data, structuring analyses, and synthesizing findings

• Support portfolio analysis and insights generation to inform strategic prioritization and decision-making

• Execute competitive intelligence and landscape assessments for assets, indications, and relevant external opportunities, with a focus on the early-stage pipeline

• Help build and maintain tools, trackers, and analytical frameworks that support portfolio review, opportunity assessment, and strategic planning processes

• Support the synthesis of cross-functional inputs into clear materials, presentations, and recommendations for senior stakeholders

• Support market research efforts, literature reviews, and data gathering activities to address key strategic questions

• Help monitor and track relevant external developments, competitive events, and key strategic signals to inform the organization proactively

• Support ad hoc strategic projects as needed across the Corporate Strategy and Business Development teams

Skills and Competencies

• High learning agility, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure complex questions and translate them into clear analyses

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage analyses with accuracy and consistency

• Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and contribute to collaborative problem-solving

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to support quantitative and qualitative analyses, including market, portfolio, and competitive assessments

• Ability to develop presentations, summaries, and materials that clearly communicate findings and recommendations

• A sense of urgency and a passion for helping patients and their communities

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in biotech/pharma through investment banking, business analysis, strategy, consulting, corporate development, competitive intelligence, market research, or a related function

• Experience supporting strategic, portfolio, commercial, competitive, and/or business case analyses is preferred

• Bachelor’s degree required; an advanced degree in life sciences, business, or a related discipline is preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AI tools for data analysis

• Fluent in written and spoken English

At argenx, all applicants are welcomed in an inclusive environment. They will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. argenx is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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