{"id":8619,"date":"2026-08-27T13:15:02","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T13:15:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vanguardhealthcare.co.uk\/?post_type=careers&#038;p=8619"},"modified":"2026-08-27T13:15:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T13:15:03","slug":"strategic-healthcare-partnership-director","status":"publish","type":"careers","link":"https:\/\/www.vanguardhealthcare.co.uk\/pt_pt\/careers\/strategic-healthcare-partnership-director\/","title":{"rendered":"Diretor de Parcerias Estrat\u00e9gicas na \u00c1rea da Sa\u00fade\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Vanguard estabelece parcerias com o NHS (Servi\u00e7o Nacional de Sa\u00fade do Reino Unido) e com os Prestadores Independentes de Servi\u00e7os de Sa\u00fade (IHP, na sigla em ingl\u00eas) para fornecer solu\u00e7\u00f5es inovadoras de infraestrutura cl\u00ednica e servi\u00e7os que apoiam nossos clientes na presta\u00e7\u00e3o de cuidados seguros, eficazes e oportunos aos pacientes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We support healthcare organisations in creating\u00a0additional\u00a0capacity and greater flexibility within their estates and clinical operating models, combining award-winning facilities with clinical and professional services to deliver solutions that create measurable value for our clients.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our strong market position is built on clinical\u00a0expertise, high-quality solutions, delivery\u00a0agility\u00a0and exceptional client service \u2013 together with a reputation for speed and innovation.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we continue to grow,\u00a0we're\u00a0looking for an experienced Strategic Healthcare Partnership Director to develop senior-level relationships across the NHS and Independent Healthcare sector and create long-term, high-value strategic partnerships.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A Oportunidade<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a senior, business-critical role within our Commercial Team, focused on developing strategic healthcare partnerships across the UK.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You'll\u00a0build and develop relationships at C-suite and Executive Board level within NHS organisations and Independent Hospital Groups, helping senior healthcare leaders explore how greater flexibility in their estates, capacity and clinical operating models can support their strategic\u00a0objectives.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using Vanguard's existing relationships, market\u00a0intelligence\u00a0and evidence-led segmentation,\u00a0you'll\u00a0identify\u00a0and develop significant near and long-term opportunities that have the potential to become sustainable, high-value contracts delivering measurable outcomes for our clients.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a highly networked role.\u00a0You'll\u00a0work collaboratively with clients,\u00a0partners\u00a0and colleagues across 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policy,\u00a0funding\u00a0and client data to\u00a0identify\u00a0emerging opportunities and shape compelling propositions.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Work closely with Vanguard's sales specialists and subject matter experts to develop proposals, projects and programmes that respond to client requirements.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Lead early-stage opportunity development, including qualification, value\u00a0proposition\u00a0and win strategy, before ensuring an effective handover to specialist commercial colleagues.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Coordinate market and client intelligence across Vanguard's chosen markets, providing leadership and insight to the wider Commercial Team.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Work with Commercial Marketing to develop strategic engagement plans for priority clients and markets.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Build effective relationships with internal teams, external\u00a0partners\u00a0and Vanguard's assured supply chain to create differentiated client solutions.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>O que procuramos<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You'll\u00a0be an experienced and commercially astute healthcare business development professional who is comfortable operating with senior\u00a0decision-makers\u00a0and can turn strategic conversations into valuable long-term partnerships.\u00a0We're\u00a0particularly interested in candidates who have:\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong knowledge and working experience of the NHS and Independent Healthcare Provider landscape.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A proven\u00a0track record\u00a0in strategic business development and complex solution selling within healthcare.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The confidence,\u00a0credibility\u00a0and gravitas to engage and influence at C-suite and Executive Director level.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The ability to\u00a0identify\u00a0and create opportunities rather than simply respond to existing requirements.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Strong presentation, influencing and relationship-building skills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The ability to interpret healthcare strategy, policy,\u00a0funding\u00a0and client intelligence and translate this into commercial opportunities.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Experience contributing to opportunity qualification, value\u00a0propositions\u00a0and win strategies.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across specialist commercial,\u00a0clinical\u00a0and operational teams while also working independently.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Strong digital capability, including Microsoft 365 and an understanding of how AI can support effective ways of working.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>At least three years' experience in complex solution selling or strategic business development within healthcare.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A degree or equivalent level of experience would be\u00a0advantageous.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>O que voc\u00ea pode esperar<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A competitive salary that rewards your skills and experience and is benchmarked to ensure we attract the best candidates.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Performance-related bonus with the opportunity to maximise your earning potential.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Carro da empresa ou subs\u00eddio de carro.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Multiple options to build a benefits package that suits your needs.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A supportive, ambitious team environment built around shared success.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Access to experienced in-house subject matter experts across our surgical, endoscopy, clinical and professional services teams.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>The opportunity to develop relationships with some of the most senior leaders in UK healthcare and play a direct role in shaping innovative solutions to their capacity challenges.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>A company culture that is open, responsive to feedback and committed 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