Head of Business Development

Head of Business Development

We are seeking a highly experienced and well-connected Head of Business Development to support our portfolio companies and investment activities in the medical and healthcare innovation space.

The role focuses on strategic product evaluation, value creation, partnerships, fundraising support, and ecosystem access across Europe, the U.S., and Israel.

Key Responsibilities

Product & Strategy Evaluation

-Assess product vision, clinical value proposition, and go-to-market strategies of early-stage medical startups (Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A)
-Provide strategic guidance on product-market fit, commercialization pathways, and scalability

Fundraising & Investor Support

-Support portfolio companies in fundraising processes, including preparation for investor meetings, pitch refinement, and strategic positioning
-Leverage personal investor network to introduce co-investors and strategic partners

Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships

-Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare KOLs, hospitals and healthcare systems in Europe and the U.S., and pharmaceutical and retail healthcare networks (e.g., CVS, Walgreens)
-Open strategic doors for pilots, clinical collaborations, and commercial partnerships

Conferences & Industry Presence

-Connect startups to leading healthcare, medical device, biotech, and digital health conferences in Israel and globally
-Represent the fund and its portfolio within relevant international forums and industry events

Grants & Non-Dilutive Funding

-Support access to non-dilutive funding sources, including European grants (e.g., EU frameworks) and U.S. grants and innovation programs
-Advise startups on grant strategy and ecosystem navigation

Thought Leadership & Mentorship


-Act as a senior advisor and mentor to founders
-Serve as a recognized thought leader within the medical innovation ecosystem


Candidate Profile & Requirements


Experience



• -10–15+ years of senior experience in business development, corporate development, or strategic partnerships within healthcare, medical devices, life sciences, or digital health


• -Proven experience working with or alongside early-stage startups and venture capital environments


Fundraising & Capital Formation Expertise



• -Hands-on experience leading and supporting fundraising efforts for early-stage and growth-stage healthcare startups (Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A)


• -Ability to structure fundraising strategies, define investment narratives, and position companies for successful rounds


• -Strong track record of introducing startups to venture capital funds, strategic investors, corporate VCs, and family offices


• -Ability to support founders throughout the full fundraising lifecycle: investor targeting, pitch refinement, due diligence preparation, and closing


Network & Influence



• -Strong, established network of healthcare KOLs, hospital executives, innovation leaders, pharma, healthcare retail, and strategic industry players


• -Demonstrated ability to open doors and create high-impact connections


Strategic & Commercial Skills



• -Deep understanding of healthcare markets, regulatory landscapes, and commercialization models


• -Strong strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capabilities


Leadership & Communication



• -Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills


• -Ability to work closely with founders, investors, clinicians, and corporate partners


Global Orientation



• -Extensive experience working across Europe, the U.S., and Israel


• -Fluent English required (additional languages a plus)


Please send a CV and cover letter to
info@eHealthVentures.com