Head of Real-World Evidence

An exceptional leadership opportunity has emerged within a leading pharmaceutical company at the forefront of innovation. This pivotal, high-impact role offers the chance to define, shape, and drive the Real-World Evidence (RWE) strategy across the entire company portfolio, delivering transformational insights that enhance patient outcomes and shape access to life-changing therapies.

As a senior leader in RWE, you will set the strategic direction, developing and implementing a best-in-class RWE strategy that ensures a compelling evidence base to inform clinical, regulatory, and market access decision-making at a national level. You will lead with authority and vision, building and inspiring a high-performing RWE team while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic and fast-evolving environment.

This role offers significant exposure to executive stakeholders, requiring a confident and strategic leader who can advocate for and refine RWE strategies while shaping company-wide approaches to evidence generation. You will work closely with R&D, Medical, and Market Access teams to develop cutting-edge RWE initiatives that drive real-world impact, regulatory excellence, and commercial success.

This is a rare opportunity for a strategic and influential leader to make a lasting impact in a forward-thinking organisation. If you are ready to lead from the front, shape the future of evidence generation, and elevate RWE to the next level

Key Responsibilities:

• Set the Strategic Direction – Define and lead the RWE strategy, aligning with portfolio priorities and shaping evidence generation initiatives that drive product value and patient access.
• Establish and lead the RWE a high-performing team, ensuring the development of innovative RWE methodologies and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Deliver High-Quality, Strategic RWE Initiatives – Oversee the execution of RWE projects, ensuring impactful publications, presentations, and regulatory submissions that enhance market position.
• Engage and Influence Healthcare Decision-Makers – Collaborate with Market Access, Medical, and Regulatory teams to ensure RWE insights drive payer engagement and healthcare system adoption.
• Champion Innovation in RWE and Data Science – Advance capabilities in RWE methodologies, epidemiology, and analytics to shape industry-leading approaches to evidence generation.

Job Requirements:

• Advanced Scientific & Medical Expertise – A PhD (Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Public Health, Health Economics, or related field) or a Medical Degree (MD/MBBS/MBChB) is essential
• Extensive experience in pharmaceutical or life science industry, with proven leadership experience leading teams
• Significant experience leading RWE initiatives in the pharmaceutical industry, with deep expertise in epidemiology, health outcomes, and advanced analytics
• Deep Knowledge of the UK & Ireland Healthcare Landscape – Extensive understanding of regulatory bodies, HTA/payor decision-making, and the role of RWE in shaping access and reimbursement

What’s on Offer:

• The opportunity to work within a leading, innovative pharmaceutical company with high visibility at the senior leadership level.
• A competitive remuneration package with a lucrative bonus scheme.
• Career development opportunities within a dynamic and fast-growing therapeutic area.

If you are an inspiring leader with a passion for innovation we encourage you to apply early.

If you have the skills and experience for this opportunity and the ambition to take on this position, please contact Vicki for further details or email your CV today.

• By email: vicki.taggart@hayburysearch.com
• By phone: +44 (0)1273 059 648 or +44 (0) 7881 555 382

Keywords: Real World Evidence, RWE, Real World Data, RWD, Epidemiology, Outcomes Research, Health Outcomes, Observational Research, Clinical Research, Epidemiological Studies, Regulatory Science, Data Science, Epidemiological Modelling, Evidence generation