Global VP, Clinical Strategy & Partnerships

IQVIA Argentina; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a senior leader to head Clinical Strategic Operations for mid‑sized pharma partnerships. You will own the global strategic relationship, mobilize cross‑functional IQVIA capabilities, and drive year‑over‑year growth across clinical development portfolios.

The role demands deep expertise in clinical development, a proven track record in senior client management, and strong financial and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Clinical Development and Clinical Operations.
• Strong understanding of Pharma/Biotech business models and challenges.
• 15/20 years’ experience in pharma, biotech, CRO or related fields (clinical ops, commercial, BD, project management, data management, lab, pre‑clinical).
• Proven track record in senior client management, partnership development, and influencing C‑suite stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Strong matrix leadership and cultural agility across global teams.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results aligned with customer and company expectations.
• Solid financial analysis capabilities and strategic decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior operational liaison between IQVIA and the customer’s clinical development organization.
• Lead the Preferred Provider Partnership, shaping strategic resourcing models and identifying opportunities to expand collaboration.
• Mobilize global IQVIA functions to anticipate and address evolving client needs.
• Drive year‑on‑year organic growth, customer market share expansion, and sustained client satisfaction.
• Chair/co‑chair Operational Governance Committees and oversee all operational escalations.
• Ensure flawless delivery across Global Product Development, consolidating resources, sharing best practices, and strengthening customer loyalty.
• Lead program risk management across the customer’s development portfolio.
• Track and optimize RDS/RWLP delivery performance in partnership with GBU teams.
• Support Sales and GBO on financial tracking, LSFR, and partnership opportunities.
• Drive annual net revenues ≥ $100M at targeted profitability levels.
• Apply strong financial acumen to pricing, margins, and strategic investment decisions.
• Lead and mentor global teams across Quality, Data Management, Lifecycle Safety, and other functions.
• Establish goals, delegate effectively, and elevate team capabilities.
• Foster collaborative relationships with senior stakeholders internally and externally.
• Orchestrate and steer internal teams to ensure alignment with customer strategy and IQVIA best practices.

Skills

Clinical development

Clinical operations

Partnership management

Senior client management

Strategic leadership

Financial acumen

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Risk management

Job description

IQVIA is seeking a senior leader to head Clinical Strategic Operations for mid‑sized pharma partnerships. You will own the global strategic relationship, mobilize cross‑functional IQVIA capabilities, and drive year‑over‑year growth across clinical development portfolios.

The role demands deep expertise in clinical development, a proven track record in senior client management, and strong financial and negotiation skills.