Strategic Partnerships Manager, Oncology Providers - Italy

ph3About Massive Bio /h3pEvery cancer patient deserves access to treatment options. Massive Bio is an AI-powered precision medicine platform transforming how cancer patients discover and access clinical trials by eliminating the barriers of geography, financial constraints, and information asymmetry that have historically limited enrollment. /ppFounded in 2015 and headquartered in US, Massive Bio is scaling its impact globally by powering operations across multiple countries and bringing innovative cancer treatment options to a rapidly growing and diverse population of patients. Through our proprietary AI platform, we connect individuals to clinical trials worldwide and partner with leading pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations (CROs), and healthcare systems to accelerate drug development and expand equitable access to cutting-edge therapies. We're recognised as a leader in health-tech innovation. Massive Bio was featured as #4 in Fast Company's Startup 100 list for Turkey and has raised $24M in total funding from impact-driven investors including Revo Capital, the International Finance Corporation, and Cavendish Impact Foundation, validating both our business model and our mission-driven approach. /ph3Role Overview /h3pWe're seeking a bStrategic Partnerships Manager /b to spearhead Massive Bio's partnership strategy and market development in Italy. This role is critical to our European expansion, focusing on building transformative relationships with pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and healthcare providers to advance oncology clinical trials. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3h3Partnership Development Strategy /h3ulliDesign and execute comprehensive partnership strategies with pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and CROs across Italy /liliLead high-stakes negotiations with C-level executives and research heads at major pharmaceutical organizations /liliDevelop strategic alliances with leading oncology centers, university hospitals, and research networks /liliCreate innovative partnership models that accelerate clinical trial enrollment while ensuring regulatory compliance /li /ulh3Market Expansion Business Development /h3ulliIdentify and pursue new commercial opportunities in precision oncology and clinical trial technology /liliBuild relationships with key opinion leaders, oncologists, and healthcare administrators /liliRepresent Massive Bio at major industry conferences, medical symposiums, and partnership events /li /ulh3Stakeholder Relationship Management /h3ulliCultivate relationships with regulatory bodies, patient advocacy groups, and healthcare authorities /liliPartner with internal teams (Clinical Operations, Data Science, Product) to deliver on partnership commitments /liliProvide strategic market intelligence and partnership insights to global leadership team /liliEnsure all partnership activities align with local regulations and compliance requirements /li /ulh3Performance Growth /h3ulliEstablish KPIs for partnership success and drive measurable business impact /liliDevelop and manage partnership pipeline with clear progression milestones /liliSupport local team development and performance optimization /liliDeliver quarterly business reviews and strategic recommendations to headquarters /li /ulh3Ideal Candidate Profile /h3h3Essential Experience /h3ulli4-7 years in strategic partnerships, business development, or alliance management within healthcare, life sciences, or health technology /liliProven track record of building and managing high-value partnerships with pharmaceutical companies or healthcare institutions /liliExperience with clinical trials ecosystem - understanding of patient recruitment, regulatory requirements, or research operations /liliDemonstrated success in developing new markets or expanding business operations in regulated industries /liliFluency in Italian and at least B1-level English (working proficiency), with the ability to communicate effectively in an international business environment /li /ulh3Preferred Background /h3ulliExperience at digital health companies, clinical research organizations (CROs), or pharmaceutical partnerships teams /liliBackground in oncology, precision medicine, or clinical trial technologies /liliPrevious roles in market expansion, country development, or regional partnership management /liliUnderstanding of European healthcare regulations and compliance frameworks /li /ulh3Skills Attributes /h3ulliStrategic thinking with ability to translate business opportunities into actionable partnership strategies /liliRelationship building expertise with C-level executives and senior healthcare professionals /liliNegotiation skills for complex, multi-stakeholder agreements /liliAnalytical mindset with data-driven approach to partnership performance /liliCultural adaptability and ability to work effectively across diverse healthcare systems /li /ulh3Education /h3ulliBachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Life Sciences, Healthcare Administration, or related field /liliAdvanced degree or MBA preferred for senior partnership roles /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr