Head of Health Data Research
London - hybrid
Up to £120,000 + bonus + equity
This is a unique opportunity to build and scale a new research partnerships function within a rapidly growing, technology-driven organisation. Sitting at the intersection of healthcare data, commercial strategy, operational research, and life sciences, you will play a pivotal role in transforming large-scale real-world data into meaningful research and commercial outcomes.
The Company
They are a fast-growing organisation that combines advanced technology, AI, and large-scale operational data to improve outcomes across a highly regulated sector. Through significant investment in data capabilities, they have built one of the largest real-world datasets in their field, creating new opportunities for research, innovation, and commercial collaboration.
As part of their continued growth, they are establishing a dedicated Research Partnerships function focused on developing partnerships across life sciences, healthcare, research, and public sector organisations. This role will be central to shaping that vision and driving long-term commercial impact.
The Role
As Director of Research Partnerships, you will lead the development of a new commercial research vertical, helping external partners unlock value from large-scale real-world datasets and operational insights.
You will:
- Build and grow a network of strategic research and commercial partnerships
- Develop relationships with pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organisations, research institutions, and other external stakeholders
- Identify opportunities to leverage real-world data to support clinical trials, research programmes, and evidence generation initiatives
- Translate complex datasets and analytical capabilities into compelling commercial propositions
- Collaborate with partners to design, develop, and operationalise research programmes
- Lead external engagement activities, including industry events, presentations, and stakeholder roadshows
- Work closely with cross-functional teams across data, product, analytics, and operations
- Manage and develop a small research partnerships team
- Support both the commercial development and operational delivery of research initiatives
- Contribute to the creation of a significant new revenue stream and growth area for the business
Your Skills & Experience
You will bring a combination of commercial, analytical, and partnership-building expertise.
Key requirements include:
- Strong experience developing strategic partnerships within healthcare, life sciences, health data, research, or related sectors
- Ability to understand, interrogate, and communicate complex data concepts to external stakeholders
- Commercial acumen with experience identifying and developing new revenue opportunities
- Knowledge of clinical research, clinical trials, real-world evidence, or health data ecosystems
- Experience working with pharmaceutical organisations, healthcare providers, research institutions, or public sector bodies
- Comfort operating in both strategic and execution-focused environments
- Ability to manage stakeholders at executive and senior leadership level
- Experience leading, mentoring, or developing high-performing teams
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build new capabilities and functions from the ground up
- Strong communication and relationship management skills
What They Offer
- Opportunity to build and lead a new strategic business function
- High visibility role with significant executive exposure
- Opportunity to work at the forefront of healthcare data, AI, and research innovation
- Clear scope for long-term career growth and organisational impact
How to Apply
To find out more about this Head of Health Data Research opportunity, please apply with your CV and get in touch for a confidential discussion.