Lead Consultant, HTA ( Health Technology Assessment)

Clarivate; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Lead Consultant in HTA to oversee healthcare consulting engagements in London. Candidates should have over 10 years of consulting experience focused on HTA and market access. Key responsibilities include leading projects, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and advising clients on strategic decisions. The role offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Generous Pension Plan

Income protection insurance

Life insurance

Sports Club Subsidy

Emergency Childcare support

Eyecare vouchers

25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in healthcare or life sciences consulting.
• Proven experience leading large HTA projects.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple HTA consulting projects ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Manage large engagements coordinating teams and strategic direction.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients on reimbursement strategies.

Skills

Healthcare or life sciences consulting

HTA processes and frameworks

Client communication

Business development

MS Office proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Health Economics or related discipline

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

MS Teams

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Consultant in HTA to join our Health Technology Assessment Consulting team within Clarivate’s Life Sciences and Healthcare segment.

This role is a senior position within our Evidence, Value and Access (EVA) team, which brings together over 100 experts across HTA, HEOR, systematic reviews, and health economics. As a Lead Consultant, you will oversee large and complex healthcare consulting engagements, guiding clients through critical market access and reimbursement challenges, while leading talented multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver impactful results.

About you – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments

• Bachelor’s degree (2:1 or above) in Life Sciences, Health Economics, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in healthcare or life sciences consulting, with a strong focus on HTA, HEOR, or market access.
• Proven experience leading large and complex HTA projects and acting as the primary client contact.
• Strong understanding of HTA processes, frameworks, and payer evidence requirements across major European markets.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate cost‑effectiveness model results and strategic HTA recommendations to senior stakeholders.
• Proven track record in business development, including proposal writing, client presentations, and networking activities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to mentor and guide junior consultants.
• Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).

It would be great if you also had…

• A Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g. Health Economics, Public Health, or Life Sciences).
• Experience managing multi‑market HTA submissions or global value dossiers.
• Involvement in shaping corporate strategy or contributing to practice‑wide growth initiatives.
• Familiarity with Clarivate’s broader service areas, such as systematic literature reviews, economic modelling, or medical writing for HTA dossiers.

What you will be doing in this role

• Lead multiple HTA consulting projects, ensuring high‑quality, evidence‑based deliverables that meet client expectations.
• Manage large and complex engagements, coordinating multi‑disciplinary teams and providing strategic direction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing insights to support reimbursement, pricing, and market access strategies.
• Drive business development efforts by identifying opportunities, writing proposals, and participating in client presentations and industry events.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering professional growth and sharing best practices in HTA and evidence generation.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape the direction of the healthcare consulting practice, including strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Stay current with industry trends, policy changes, and emerging technologies that influence healthcare decision‑making and market access.

About the Team

Clarivate’s Life Sciences & Healthcare consultancy delivers over $70M in annual revenue, with 300+ consultants across Europe, North America, and Asia.
This role sits within the Evidence, Value and Access (EVA) team, which brings together over 100 experts across HTA, HEOR, systematic reviews, and health economics, helping clients define and execute evidence‑based strategies to achieve market access and reimbursement success.

Embrace a dynamic and creative team culture that thrives on mutual support. We hold Thinking Forward as our core value, driving our collaborative efforts and fostering an environment of growth.

Hours of Work

This is a full‑time permanent position based in London, UK, and will require hybrid working in our Liverpool Street office (2‑3 days per week in the office). This position requires weekday (Monday‑Friday) attendance with some scheduling flexibility available around core working hours.

Our UK Employee Benefits include

• Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash plan
• Generous Pension Plan contribution rates
• Income protection insurance
• Life insurance
• Sports Club Subsidy (Company pays 50% of gym membership, or up to £500)
• Emergency Childcare or Adult care cover
• Eyecare vouchers
• From 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays (option to buy and sell Annual leave)

At Clarivate, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons with respect to hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non‑discrimination in all locations.