Deputy Commercial Lead

IQVIA; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of clinical research services is seeking a Deputy Commercial Lead to support strategic growth and operational excellence. This role includes managing commercial strategies, stakeholder relationships, and compliance. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Life Sciences or Business and have substantial experience in UK healthcare or pharma leadership. Attractive benefits, including flexible working and private healthcare, are offered, making this an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Private healthcare

Career development tools

Flexible benefits including pension and insurance

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in commercial leadership within the UK healthcare or pharmaceutical sector.
• Experience in NHS frameworks and pricing models.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial strategy and execution.
• Lead framework submissions and pricing strategy.
• Oversee day-to-day commercial operations.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Team management

Education

Degree in Life Sciences, Business, or related field

Job description

Deputy Commercial Lead

Location : Borehamwood

This pivotal role supports the Commercial Lead in driving strategic growth and operational excellence. You will play a key part in shaping commercial strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring compliance across all activities.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial strategy and execution
• Lead framework submissions and pricing strategy
• Provide leadership and coaching to commercial teams, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Oversee day-to-day commercial operations
• Ensure compliance and competitive positioning

What we’re looking for:

• Degree in Life Sciences, Business, or related field.
• Proven experience in commercial leadership within the UK healthcare or pharmaceutical sector.
• Strong commercial acumen
• Experience in NHS frameworks and pricing models
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with compliance standards and governance requirements in healthcare.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Access to learning and career path development tools
• Private healthcare (BUPA), dental and wellbeing schemes for you AND your family
• Flexible benefits including Competitive pension scheme, Life Assurance, Group Income Protection, Personal Accident Insurance and more!
• Online wellbeing support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
• Other benefits at corporate rates such as: gym memberships, access to 100s of restaurant / store discounts

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at