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- Contract
- Full-time
- English
- Required


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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.
Overview of Role
- Shape and execute enterprise, portfolio and growth strategy, translating corporate priorities into clear choices, roadmaps and value-creation plans.
- Advise executive leadership on market dynamics, competitive positioning, investment priorities and strategic trade-offs to inform enterprise decision-making.
- Lead corporate development and M&A initiatives, including target assessment, due diligence, valuation, transaction execution and post-deal integration.
- Develop rigorous market analyses, business cases and financial models, converting complex evidence into clear executive recommendations.
- Mobilise cross-functional teams to design and deliver complex, enterprise-wide strategic initiatives from concept through execution.
- Establish governance, performance measures and risk disciplines to maintain accountability, track benefits and realise measurable value.
- Influence senior stakeholders and external partners, building alignment around critical decisions, investment cases and strategic outcomes.
- Build and lead high-performing teams, strengthening strategic capability, commercial discipline and execution across the organisation.
Qualifications - our ideal canididate will have
- Bachelor's degree in Business or a related discipline required; MBA preferred.
- At least 12 years' experience in corporate strategy, corporate development, M&A or transformation, including senior leadership accountability.
- Proven leadership of enterprise, portfolio and growth strategy, together with M&A execution across assessment, diligence, valuation, transaction and integration.
- Prior strategy consulting or internal corporate strategy experience preferred.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, including market assessment, business case development, valuation and financial modelling.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver strategic, financial and operational outcomes.
- Applied AI expertise, including Microsoft Copilot and Claude, to strengthen analysis, productivity and decision-making.
- Experience in data architecture, technology strategy and product engineering, translating business requirements into scalable solutions.
- Executive-level communication, influence and judgement, with advanced Excel and PowerPoint capability.
This role is not open to visa sponsorship. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV IN ENGLISH.
We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach but also the 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 and
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.
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes. Likewise, as part of this culture, IQVIA is committed to ensuring effective equality between women and men, integrating it as a strategic principle in its corporate and human resources policies.
Hiring process
1 interview
- Other interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams, unless otherwise specified.
- Most interviews are conducted in English unless otherwise specified. However, some questions may be asked in local language.
- The use of AI support during an interview or online assessment is strictly prohibited and grounds for disqualification.
About IQVIA
IQVIA is a global leader in advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. The company combines healthcare data, analytics, and technology expertise to help stakeholders in life sciences, including pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers, drive healthcare forward. With over 90,000 employees worldwide, IQVIA operates in more than 100 countries, providing end-to-end solutions from clinical trials to commercialization.
In Spain, IQVIA has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a key hub for clinical research and healthcare consulting in Southern Europe. The company actively hires international professionals for roles in clinical operations, data management, regulatory affairs, and commercial consulting, offering a multicultural and English-speaking work environment. For international candidates, IQVIA provides a structured career path with opportunities to work on global projects, making it an attractive option for those looking to build a career in the healthcare and life sciences sector in Spain.
- Industry
- Clinical Research and Health Data
- Founded
- 1982
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Durham, USA
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona
Good to know if you are moving
- IQVIA operates in over 100 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work on global projects and potentially transfer between offices.
- The company's Spain offices in Madrid and Barcelona are major hubs for clinical research and consulting in Southern Europe, with many roles requiring English as the working language.
- IQVIA offers structured career development programs and a global mobility framework, making it feasible for international hires to progress within the company.
- The company is a leader in healthcare data and technology, providing exposure to cutting-edge AI and data analytics applications in the life sciences sector.
- Many roles in Spain are offered as remote or hybrid positions, providing flexibility for international candidates.
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