Be at the heart of actionFly remote-controlled drones into enemy territory to gather vital information.

Apply Now

Strategic Operations Partner - Innovation & Technology

Jobleads
London
10 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Data Scientist - Economics

Data Scientist - Economics London

Staff Data Scientist - Operations

Senior Data Scientist

Senior Data Scientist

Senior Data Scientist

Join us on our exciting journey!

IQVIA is The Human Data Science Company, focused on using data and science to help healthcare clients find better solutions for their patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness advances in healthcare information, technology, analytics, and human ingenuity to drive healthcare forward.

Job Overview

  • The Innovation and Technology Strategistwill be a vital part of the IQVIA Commercial Solutions team, responsible for conducting market and competitive analysis, identifying and integrating emergent trends and disruptive technologies into our strategic and operational plans, and supporting the implementation.
  • This role will be instrumental in strategizing and operationalizing innovative projects, supporting the development of business cases and offerings, enhancing IQVIA’s positioning in the innovation ecosystem, and fostering partnerships and business development within the healthcare and technology ecosystems.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and benchmarking to track the latest innovative trends and applications in the healthcare, life sciences, and technology sectors, including but not limited to generative AI, AIML, healthcare software and apps, big data analytics, automation, wearables, IoT, and digital health.
  • Develop strategic and operational plans to leverage these trends into business opportunities for IQVIA, ensuring alignment with the innovation landscape and life science commercialization strategies.
  • Support the leadership team in operationalizing technology and innovation projects, acting as a PMO lead where required, ensuring agile project management principles are adhered to, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of strategies with overall business objectives.
  • Support development of offerings based on innovative trends and technologies, ensuring they meet market needs and align with IQVIA's strategic objectives, and develop business cases for new offerings or initiatives, providing comprehensive financial and strategic analysis.
  • Engage in partnership discussions with key players in healthcare, technology, life sciences, and health technology start-ups involved in tech innovations, fostering a collaborative innovation ecosystem.
  • Support development of marketing and thought leadership materials to enhance IQVIA's positioning and branding in the innovation, health technology, and digital health space.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, Business, Life Sciences, or related field.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a similar role (Consulting, Product Management, Venture Capital, Technology Business Development, etc.) within the healthcare or technology industry, with a focus on analytics, digitalization, and life sciences commercialization.
  • Deep understanding of current market trends in healthcare and life sciences commercialization, emerging technologies, and practical innovative applications.
  • Deep understanding of technology/software development processes, agile project management methodologies, and technology/software business models.
  • Experience in strategic planning, business case development, offering development, market research, competitive analysis, and ROI analysis.
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment, fostering a culture of collaboration.
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage in executive communication and effective partnership discussions.
  • Experience in developing marketing and thought leadership materials such as whitepapers, blog posts, podcasts, and other emerging communication platforms.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data analytics for decision-making.
  • Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills and ability to prepare executive-ready deliverables.

We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach but alsothe right people. Regardless of your role, we invite you to reimagine healthcare with us. You will have the opportunity to play an important part in helping our clients drive healthcare forward.

Whatever your career goals, we are here to ensure you get there!

We invite you to join IQVIA.

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 https://jobs.iqvia.com

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

The Best Free Tools & Platforms to Practise AI Skills in 2025/26

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the fastest-growing career fields in the UK and worldwide. Whether you are a student exploring AI for the first time, a graduate looking to build your portfolio, or an experienced professional upskilling for career growth, having access to free tools and platforms to practise AI skills can make a huge difference. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the best free resources available in 2025, covering AI coding platforms, datasets, cloud tools, no-code AI platforms, online communities, and learning hubs. These tools allow you to practise everything from machine learning models and natural language processing (NLP) to computer vision, reinforcement learning, and large language model (LLM) fine-tuning—without needing a huge budget. By the end of this article, you’ll have a clear roadmap of where to start practising your AI skills for free, how to build real-world projects, and which platforms can help you land your next AI job.

Top 10 Skills in Artificial Intelligence According to LinkedIn & Indeed Job Postings

Artificial intelligence is no longer a niche field reserved for research labs or tech giants—it has become a cornerstone of business strategy across the UK. From finance and healthcare to manufacturing and retail, employers are rapidly expanding their AI teams and competing for talent. But here’s the challenge: AI is evolving so quickly that the skills in demand today may look different from those of just a few years ago. Whether you’re a graduate looking to enter the industry, a mid-career professional pivoting into AI, or an experienced engineer wanting to stay ahead, it’s essential to know what employers are actually asking for in their job ads. That’s where platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed provide valuable insight. By analysing thousands of job postings across the UK, they reveal the most frequently requested skills and emerging trends. This article distils those findings into the Top 10 AI skills employers are prioritising in 2025—and shows you how to present them effectively on your CV, in interviews, and in your portfolio.

Translucent Careers: Senior Artificial Intelligence Engineer in London

The global landscape of artificial intelligence is evolving rapidly, and nowhere is this transformation felt more strongly than in the financial and accounting industries. AI is no longer just a supporting technology; it is becoming the backbone of innovation, efficiency, and decision-making. One of the most exciting companies at the forefront of this movement is Translucent, a dynamic business redefining how accounting professionals work with AI-driven tools. For professionals seeking to combine technical excellence with meaningful industry impact, Translucent represents a rare career destination. At the heart of their current expansion is an opening for a Senior Artificial Intelligence Engineer in London. This role combines high-level technical leadership, hands-on development, and an opportunity to influence the direction of an emerging force in AI. In this article, we’ll explore: Who Translucent are and why they matter. The significance of AI in financial technology (fintech) and accounting. A deep dive into the Senior AI Engineer role. Skills and requirements needed for success. Career growth and opportunities at Translucent. How artificialintelligencejobs.co.uk helps professionals connect with transformative employers like Translucent.