Director, EU Partnerships & Panel Growth

Konovo is a global healthcare intelligence company on a mission to transform research through technology- enabling faster, better, connected insights. 

Konovo provides healthcare organizations with access to over 2 million healthcare professionals - the largest network of its kind globally. With a workforce of over 300 employees across 5 countries: India, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and the United States, we collaborate to support some of the most prominent names in healthcare. Our customers include over 300 global pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, research agencies, and consultancy firms. 

As we transition from a service-oriented model to a product-driven platform, we are expanding our Europe-based work-from-home team. We are seeking a Director, EU Partnerships and Panel Growth to accelerate expansion of our healthcare audiences across Europe.  

The initial mandate is clear: rapidly expand EU panel depth and secure institutional partnerships that create durable recruitment channels. Scope may expand based on demonstrated impact and strategic priorities. This is a high-visibility role with executive and board-level priority, offering the opportunity to directly shape Konovo’s European growth trajectory through strategic partnerships. 

How You’ll Make an Impact 

• Lead and execute a targeted partnerships strategy to expand EU healthcare professional panel depth and specialty coverage. 

• Build and activate a pipeline of European medical associations, societies, and professional bodies across key markets including the UK, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain. 

• Establish credibility and trust with senior institutional stakeholders in conservative and regulated environments. 

• Structure and close partnership pilots, sponsorships, and participation agreements that evolve into durable recruitment channels. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to operationalize partnerships and maximize long-term value. 

• Navigate GDPR, governance requirements, and reputational considerations to ensure compliant, ethical execution. 

• Deliver measurable business outcomes including signed partnerships, reduced time-to-close, improved CPA efficiency, and expanded specialty supply. 

What We’re Looking For 

• Strategic, commercially minded operators who can independently drive complex partnership cycles from outreach through close 

• 6–10+ years of experience in EU healthcare, life sciences, or regulated B2B partnerships 

• Demonstrated success securing institutional or association partnerships with senior stakeholders 

• Strong negotiation skills paired with credibility, judgment, and professional restraint 

• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and overcoming resistance while maintaining trust 

• Fluent English required; additional European languages strongly preferred 

• Regular travel across key EU markets, including medical congresses and association meetings, expected 

• Prior experience in market research, physician engagement, or professional community ecosystems is a plus 

Why Konovo? 

• Work on cutting-edge AI-powered solutions and industry leading services that transform healthcare insights. 

• Be part of a mission-driven company that is revolutionizing healthcare decision-making. 

• Join a fast-growing global team with career advancement opportunities. 

• Thrive in a collaborative, remote work environment that values innovation and flexibility. 

• Make a real-world impact by helping healthcare organizations innovate faster. 

 

If you’re eager to build a meaningful career in healthcare market research — and you’re smart, nice, and driven to make an impact — we’d love to hear from you. 

 
Apply now to be a part of our journey.