Role Overview for Chief Digital Officer – Philadelphia, PA
JRG Partners is proud to announce an exclusive executive search for a transformative Chief Digital Officer (CDO) on behalf of our client, a pioneering and rapidly growing medical device company headquartered in the vibrant life sciences hub of Philadelphia, PA. This is a career-defining opportunity for a visionary leader to architect and execute a comprehensive digital strategy that will revolutionize patient care, enhance healthcare provider engagement, and drive unprecedented commercial growth. As a key member of the C-suite, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will be the central force behind the company’s digital evolution, embedding a digital-first mindset across every facet of the organization.
The ideal candidate is a strategic innovator who thrives at the intersection of technology, data, marketing, and healthcare. You will be tasked with transforming the company from a traditional product-focused entity into a digitally-enabled, data-driven powerhouse. Your leadership will directly impact the company’s ability to compete in an increasingly digital healthcare landscape, creating new revenue streams, optimizing operations, and ultimately improving patient outcomes. This role demands a unique blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and inspirational leadership.
You will not only build and mentor a world-class digital team but also serve as a digital evangelist, championing change and fostering a culture of continuous innovation and agility. You will be responsible for the entire digital ecosystem, from customer-facing platforms and marketing technologies to internal data infrastructure and analytics capabilities. This executive will reimagine the customer journey for both patients and clinicians, leveraging technology to create seamless, personalized, and impactful experiences. Your success will be measured by your ability to drive measurable business results, including increased market share, enhanced brand equity, and the successful launch of new digital health products and services.
Key Responsibilities of Chief Digital Officer – Philadelphia, PA
The Chief Digital Officer will have a broad and impactful mandate, overseeing all aspects of the digital strategy and its execution. Key responsibilities include:
Digital Vision and Strategic Leadership
Develop, articulate, and execute a bold, long-term digital vision and strategy that aligns with and accelerates the company’s overall corporate objectives. Identify and capitalize on emerging digital trends, technologies, and market opportunities within the medtech sector.
Enterprise-Wide Digital Transformation
Lead a comprehensive digital transformation initiative across the organization, impacting product development, marketing, sales, customer support, and operations. Champion a digital-first culture and drive the adoption of new technologies and processes.
Commercial Growth and Digital Marketing
Architect and oversee a sophisticated, multi-channel digital marketing strategy to drive brand awareness, lead generation, and sales growth. Manage all digital channels, including SEO, SEM, content marketing, social media, email automation, and digital advertising. Implement and optimize the marketing technology (MarTech) stack to enable personalized customer engagement and data-driven campaigns.
Digital Product and Service Innovation
Spearhead the ideation, development, and launch of innovative digital health solutions, such as patient engagement apps, remote monitoring platforms, and data-driven clinical support tools. Collaborate with R&D and product teams to integrate digital features into the core product portfolio.
Data Analytics and Business Intelligence
Establish a robust data governance framework and build a center of excellence for data analytics and business intelligence. Leverage advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning to uncover actionable insights that inform strategic decisions, optimize performance, and create competitive advantages.
Customer Experience (CX) and User Experience (UX)
Champion a customer-centric approach by mapping and optimizing the end-to-end customer journey for patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Utilize UX/UI best practices to ensure all digital touchpoints are intuitive, engaging, and effective.
Technology and Infrastructure Oversight
Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of all digital technologies and platforms. Ensure the digital infrastructure is scalable, secure, and fully integrated to support business growth and innovation.
P&L Management and ROI
Own and manage the digital budget and P&L. Develop business cases for digital investments, track performance against key metrics, and demonstrate a clear return on investment for all digital initiatives.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure all digital activities and platforms are fully compliant with relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and FDA guidelines for digital health technologies. Proactively manage cybersecurity risks associated with the digital ecosystem.
Team Leadership and Development
Recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing, cross-functional digital team. Foster a collaborative, innovative, and results-oriented culture that attracts and retains top talent.
Requirements for the Chief Digital Officer – Philadelphia, PA
We are seeking an accomplished executive with a proven track record of leading successful digital transformations within complex, regulated industries. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Educational Background
A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or a related field is required. An MBA or other advanced degree is strongly preferred.
Executive Experience
A minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience in digital strategy, digital marketing, or technology roles, with at least 7 years in a senior executive capacity (e.g., CDO, VP of Digital, Head of Digital Transformation).
Industry Expertise
Demonstrable experience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or a closely related healthcare sector is essential. A deep understanding of the regulatory landscape, commercial models, and stakeholder dynamics of the medtech industry is critical for success.
Transformational Leadership
Proven ability to lead large-scale organizational change and build consensus among senior stakeholders. A track record of successfully building and scaling high-performing digital teams from the ground up.
Technical and Data Fluency
Strong command of the modern digital technology landscape, including marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, analytics and BI tools, cloud infrastructure, AI/ML concepts, and e-commerce platforms.
Strategic and Commercial Acumen
A visionary thinker with the ability to translate strategic goals into actionable plans and tangible results. Extensive experience managing a significant P&L and a history of driving measurable revenue growth through digital channels.
Communication Skills
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate a compelling digital vision and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization, including the Board of Directors.
Location
The ability to work on-site at the Philadelphia, PA headquarters is required, with a flexible hybrid work model available.
Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client offers a highly competitive and comprehensive executive compensation and benefits package designed to attract and retain a leader of this caliber. The package includes:
Executive Compensation
A highly competitive base salary, a significant annual performance-based bonus, and a substantial long-term incentive plan (equity/stock options).
Comprehensive Health and Wellness
Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your eligible dependents. Access to wellness programs, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and robust mental health support.
Retirement Savings
A generous 401(k) retirement plan with a strong company matching contribution.
Work-Life Balance
A generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including vacation, sick days, and company holidays, to support a healthy work-life integration.
Professional Growth
A dedicated budget for executive coaching, industry conferences, and continuing education to support your ongoing professional development.
Relocation Support
A comprehensive relocation package is available for exceptional candidates moving to the Philadelphia area.
Mission-Driven Impact
A unique opportunity to hold a pivotal leadership role in a company dedicated to improving human health and making a tangible difference in the lives of patients worldwide.
How to Apply
JRG Partners is the exclusive recruitment partner for this Chief Digital Officer position. All applications and inquiries will be handled with the utmost confidentiality. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive talent pool.
If you are a visionary digital leader with a passion for healthcare innovation and the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply. To submit your application, please connect with our team through JRG Partners’ Life Sciences Executive Search practice. We look forward to reviewing your credentials and discussing this transformative opportunity with you.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
