Senior Director, Real World Evidence

h3Senior Director, Business Development – Real World Evidence. Europe. /h3 pbLocation: /b UK or Switzerland | Hybrid/Remote /p h3The Opportunity /h3 pAre you an established Real World Evidence (RWE) professional with a strong commercial track record, an extensive pharmaceutical industry network and the ambition to help shape a growing European business? /p pCarrot Recruitment is partnering exclusively with an ambitious consultancy to appoint a bSenior Director, Business Development /b, who will play a pivotal role in expanding its European RWE offering. /p pIt’s an exciting opportunity to join an organisation with established scientific expertise, strong capabilities across RWE, HEOR, Market Access and Regulatory Affairs, and ambitious plans for further European expansion. /p pThe position offers considerable autonomy, commercial ownership and the opportunity to influence the future direction of the business. /p h3The Role /h3 pThis is a commercially focused leadership position, combining new business development, strategic client engagement and the ability to shape sophisticated RWE solutions. /p pKey responsibilities will include: /p ul libBusiness Development: /b Identify, develop and close high-value RWE opportunities with pharmaceutical and life sciences clients across Europe. /li libClient Relationships: /b Leverage and expand an established network of senior pharmaceutical industry contacts, building long-term strategic partnerships. /li libCommercial Strategy: /b Take ownership of opportunities from initial client engagement through solution development, proposal and contract award. /li libEuropean Growth: /b Support the development of an integrated European RWE offering, collaborating with specialists across RWE, HEOR, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs and technology. /li libBusiness Development Leadership: /b Contribute to the wider commercial strategy, market positioning and future growth of the business at Group level. /li /ul h3About You /h3 pWe’re looking for a commercially successful RWE professional who combines scientific credibility with strong business development capabilities. /p pYou will ideally bring: /p ul liSignificant experience in Real World Evidence, HEOR, epidemiology or evidence generation, ideally gained within a specialist consultancy, CRO or life sciences services organisation. /li liA proven track record of personally originating, developing and closing substantial RWE business with pharmaceutical clients. /li liAn established network of senior pharmaceutical industry contacts and the ability to generate new commercial opportunities. /li liStrong knowledge of the European RWE landscape, including how real-world data and evidence support regulatory, market access and broader evidence generation requirements. /li liExperience shaping, selling or overseeing complex European or multi-country RWE programmes. /li liThe commercial acumen and technical understanding to translate client challenges into compelling RWE solutions. /li liConfidence engaging with senior decision-makers and leading complex commercial discussions. /li liAn entrepreneurial, proactive approach and the ability to work independently within a growing international business. /li /ul pbThis is not a traditional, delivery-focused scientific leadership role. /b While technical credibility and an understanding of RWE methodologies are important, the primary focus is on commercial growth, client relationships and winning new business. /p h3Why Consider This Opportunity? /h3 pThis is an opportunity for an ambitious RWE business development leader who wants to make a genuine impact. /p pYou’ll have the chance to: /p ul liPlay a key role in expanding a growing European RWE business. /li liWork with established scientific teams and complementary specialist capabilities. /li liTake significant ownership of business development and strategic client relationships. /li liDevelop high-value evidence generation opportunities with leading pharma organisations. /li liInfluence commercial strategy, service development and future business growth. /li liEnjoy a high degree of autonomy within an entrepreneurial, international environment. /li liBuild a long-term career with scope for broader leadership responsibilities as the business evolves. /li /ul h3Location /h3 pbUK or Switzerland /b, with hybrid or remote working arrangements available. /p pbAll applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence. /b /p