Data Strategy and Partnerships Leader

Calian Corporate; Canada; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health solutions company is seeking a Data Strategy and Partnership Leader to shape and execute its data vision for pharmaceutical clients. This role involves translating business needs into scalable data solutions, managing partnerships, and enhancing digital and analytical capabilities. The ideal candidate has 15 years of experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 15 years of progressive experience in data strategy, commercial partnerships or pharmaceutical services.
• Proven ability to translate strategic plans into actionable data and partnership initiatives.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Translate divisional priorities into data and partnership strategies that deliver measurable business impact.
• Lead client conversations with pharmaceutical manufacturers on data insights, RWE and analytics solutions.
• Oversee the design, build, and optimization of reporting and analytics infrastructure.

Skills

Marketing

Data Visualization

Tableau

Customer Segmentation

Microsoft Powerpoint

Investment Banking

Strategic Planning

Financial Modeling

Customer relationship management

Management Consulting

Google Suite

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Science, Health Economics or related discipline

Master's degree

Job description

Position Overview

The Data Strategy and Partnership Leader plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing Calian's data vision in support of our pharmaceutical clients. This role defines the data strategy that drives business growth, enables real-world evidence (RWE) generation and strengthens Calian's digital and analytical capabilities through strategic partnerships.

You will serve as a bridge between commercial strategy, data innovation, and digital enablement translating business needs into scalable data solutions that enhance client value and position Calian as a leader in data-driven health solutions.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Partnerships

• Translate divisional priorities into data and partnership strategies that deliver measurable business impact.


• Identify, cultivate, and manage partnerships to enhance Calian's real-world data (RWD), real-world evidence (RWE) and digital health capabilities.


• Contribute to the commercialization of data-driven and digital health solutions.


• Monitor and anticipate market trends to guide Calian's data and digital health roadmap.

Commercial & Client Enablement

• Lead client conversations with pharmaceutical manufacturers on data insights, RWE and analytics solutions.


• Collaborate with Account Executives and Patient Support Program (PSP) leaders to design proposals, develop pricing models (FTE FFS FFP) and deliver tailored client solutions.


• Support execution of master service agreements (MSAs) and statements of work (SOWs) to ensure alignment with client expectations and outcomes.

Data Operations & Governance

• Oversee the design, build, and optimization of Calian's reporting and analytics infrastructure.


• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for reporting analytics and data governance.


• Ensure data tools, including Responsive AI, are strategically aligned and continuously optimized to support business needs.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Lead cross-functional project planning for digital product and data initiatives.


• Partner with Digital Product and Digital Health leadership to scope cost and prioritize development activities.


• Establish project governance frameworks, risk tracking, and performance reporting mechanisms.


• Define success metrics and create feedback loops to measure business and client impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Science, Health Economics or a related discipline; Master's degree preferred.


• 15 years of progressive experience in data strategy, commercial partnerships or pharmaceutical services (including patient support programs).


• Proven ability to translate strategic plans into actionable data and partnership initiatives.


• Track record of building and managing strategic partnerships across data, digital health or pharmaceutical sectors.


• Experience in the commercialization of data-driven and digital health solutions.


• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry dynamics including RWD, RWE, commercialization models and digital health trends.


• Experience developing pricing strategies (FTE, FFS, FFP) and supporting business development efforts.


• Demonstrated success in leading complex cross-functional projects and influencing senior stakeholders.


• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills with both internal and external partners.


• Proficiency in analytics dashboarding and reporting tools.


• Familiarity with digital product development cycles and agile prioritization frameworks.


• Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.


• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire collaboration across diverse teams.


• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in evolving business environments.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel occasionally for client and partnership engagements.


• Commitment to continuous learning, innovation and operational excellence in data and digital strategy.


• Eligibility for work in Canada.

Job Details

Job Title: Data Strategy and Partnership Leader

Requisition Number: 2104

Date: November 12 2025

Location 1: Ottawa ON

Remote: Yes

Business Unit: Health

Department: Pharma Patient Solutions

Job Type: Full-time

Key Skills

Marketing, Data Visualization, Tableau, Customer Segmentation, Microsoft Powerpoint, Investment Banking, Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Customer relationship management, Management Consulting, Google Suite, Analytics