Data Strategy and Partnership Leader
Calian
Sales & Business Development
Canada · Remote
Posted on Nov 13, 2025
Position Overview
The Data Strategy and Partnership Leader plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing Calian’s data vision in support of our pharmaceutical clients. This role defines the data strategy that drives business growth, enables real-world evidence (RWE) generation, and strengthens Calian’s digital and analytical capabilities through strategic partnerships.
Location
Remote, CAN
Job Type
Full Time
You will serve as a bridge between commercial strategy, data innovation, and digital enablement—translating business needs into scalable data solutions that enhance client value and position Calian as a leader in data-driven health solutions.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Partnerships
- Translate divisional priorities into data and partnership strategies that deliver measurable business impact.
- Identify, cultivate, and manage partnerships to enhance Calian’s real-world data (RWD), real-world evidence (RWE), and digital health capabilities.
- Contribute to the commercialization of data-driven and digital health solutions.
- Monitor and anticipate market trends to guide Calian’s data and digital health roadmap.
Commercial & Client Enablement
- Lead client conversations with pharmaceutical manufacturers on data insights, RWE, and analytics solutions.
- Collaborate with Account Executives and Patient Support Program (PSP) leaders to design proposals, develop pricing models (FTE, FFS, FFP), and deliver tailored client solutions.
- Support execution of master service agreements (MSAs) and statements of work (SOWs) to ensure alignment with client expectations and outcomes.
Data Operations & Governance
- Oversee the design, build, and optimization of Calian’s reporting and analytics infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for reporting, analytics, and data governance.
- Ensure data tools, including Responsive AI, are strategically aligned and continuously optimized to support business needs.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Lead cross-functional project planning for digital product and data initiatives.
- Partner with Digital Product and Digital Health leadership to scope, cost, and prioritize development activities.
- Establish project governance frameworks, risk tracking, and performance reporting mechanisms.
- Define success metrics and create feedback loops to measure business and client impact.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Health Economics, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
- 8–15 years of progressive experience in data strategy, commercial partnerships, or pharmaceutical services (including patient support programs).
- Proven ability to translate strategic plans into actionable data and partnership initiatives.
- Track record of building and managing strategic partnerships across data, digital health, or pharmaceutical sectors.
- Experience in the commercialization of data-driven and digital health solutions.
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry dynamics, including RWD, RWE, commercialization models, and digital health trends.
- Experience developing pricing strategies (FTE, FFS, FFP) and supporting business development efforts.
- Demonstrated success in leading complex, cross-functional projects and influencing senior stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills with both internal and external partners.
- Proficiency in analytics, dashboarding, and reporting tools.
- Familiarity with digital product development cycles and agile prioritization frameworks.
- Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire collaboration across diverse teams.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in evolving business environments.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel occasionally for client and partnership engagements.
- Commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and operational excellence in data and digital strategy.
- Eligibility for work in Canada.
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How we hire
- Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It's also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.
Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to just be your authentic self! - Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.
During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help.
- We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines:
- Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position
- Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media
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- Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to
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- View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work experience
- Prepare a list of questions to ask us
- Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person)
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- We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you
- We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle
- Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process