<p><b> Third-Party Data Steward </b></p><p> We are supporting a global life sciences organisation undergoing a strategic transformation in how it sources, structures, and manages external data assets. </p><p></p><p> As part of this initiative, we are seeking a Third-Party Data Steward to play a key role in the operational management of external data vendors and datasets, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and effective use of third-party data across the business. </p><p></p><p> This is a highly collaborative role, acting as the interface between data providers, internal stakeholders, and technical teams. </p><p></p><p><b> Key Responsibilities </b></p><p></p><p><b> Third-Party Data & Vendor Management </b></p><ul><li> Manage relationships with external data providers (e.g. IQVIA, Veeva, Clarivate, Flatiron)</li><li> Act as the key point of coordination between vendors and internal teams </li><li> Support ongoing vendor interactions including issue resolution, updates, and training coordination </li><li> Ensure effective communication across analytics, data operations, and vendor stakeholders </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Data Acquisition, Onboarding & Lifecycle Management </b></p><ul><li> Support operational onboarding of external datasets into internal systems </li><li> Maintain transparency and documentation of third-party data assets (e.g. data catalogues)</li><li> Coordinate data lifecycle activities, including updates and enhancements </li><li> Work closely with data governance teams on data quality and consistency </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Contract & Data Usage Management </b></p><ul><li> Review and interpret data contracts and licensing terms </li><li> Identify and communicate usage constraints or restrictions on datasets </li><li> Support creation of third-party data agreements in collaboration with legal and procurement teams </li><li> Ensure data usage aligns with contractual and regulatory expectations. </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Data Portfolio Support & Use Case Alignment </b></p><ul><li> Partner with analytics and business teams to: </li><li> Identify suitable datasets for specific use cases </li><li> Shortlist relevant third-party data sources </li><li> Conduct market research on available external datasets </li><li> Analyse existing data assets to identify overlaps and optimisation opportunities </li><li> Support documentation and visibility of available datasets across the organisation </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Required Experience & Skills </b></p><p></p><p><b> Essential </b></p><ul><li>3+ years’ experience in third-party data management / external data operations </li><li> Proven experience working with life sciences data providers (e.g. IQVIA, Veeva, Clarivate)</li><li> Strong vendor and stakeholder management experience across: </li><li> Business teams </li><li> Legal / procurement </li><li> Data / technical teams </li><li> Experience reviewing data contracts, licensing terms, and data documentation </li><li> Solid understanding of: </li><li> Data structures and how data is used in organisations </li><li> Data onboarding and lifecycle processes </li><li> Excellent communication skills and ability to work across international teams. </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Desirable / Nice to Have </b></p><ul><li> Exposure to data governance frameworks or data cataloguing (e.g. Collibra)</li><li> Familiarity with Snowflake or modern data platforms (for stakeholder communication, not hands-on development)</li><li> Awareness of data protection and compliance considerations in data usage </li><li> Experience working in global or matrix organisations </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Profile & Competencies </b></p><ul><li> Strong organisational and operational mindset </li><li> High attention to detail, particularly when working with contracts and data assets </li><li> Confident working in a cross-functional, highly collaborative environment </li><li> Able to translate between technical and non-technical stakeholders </li><li> Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable in a changing environment </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Location & Working Model </b></p><ul><li> Ideally based in <b> Spain </b> (due to data licensing and operational requirements)</li><li> Alternative setups in nearby European locations may be considered </li><li> Initial contract duration to <b> end of 2026</b> , with strong likelihood of extension </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Why This Role?</b></p><ul><li> Opportunity to shape a <b> global approach to external data management </b></li><li> Work at the centre of a <b> highly strategic data transformation initiative </b></li><li> Exposure to leading <b> life sciences data ecosystems and vendors </b></li><li> Strong growth potential as the organisation evolves its data capabilities </li></ul><p></p><p> If you have the skills and experience for this opportunity, then please apply or email Loren your CV today to loren.cardy@hayburysearch.com. Loren is a Client Partner at Haybury Search covering Europe, UK, North America and Asia. </p>