Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – HealthTech Startup

Location: UK (Hybrid or Remote)

Reporting to: Board of Directors

Compensation: Competitive with equity options

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Company

We are an early revenue, innovative healthtech startup transforming the way individuals access health testing. Our platform enables customers to order comprehensive health tests online, which are delivered via post and can be self-administered through a finger prick or carried out by our trained phlebotomists in the comfort of their own home or at work. All samples are analysed in a UKAS-accredited, highly specialised diagnostic laboratory. Results are delivered securely and clearly through a user-friendly mobile app.

Our mission is to empower individuals and organisations to take control of their health through convenient, clinically robust testing solutions. As we enter our next stage of growth, we’re focused on scaling our operations through corporate partnerships and preparing for a funding round within the next 6–12 months.

The Role

We are seeking a visionary, hands-on, and commercially-driven CEO to lead our business into its next phase of expansion. The CEO will be responsible for shaping and executing our strategic direction, driving B2B growth, managing fundraising efforts, and ensuring operational excellence across the business. This includes direct involvement in evolving our product offering and managing a small team of overseas software developers to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

This is an ideal role for a dynamic, product-oriented leader who thrives in fast-paced startup pressures and has a strong grasp of both commercial strategy and digital product development.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

– Set and articulate the company’s vision, mission, and long-term strategic goals.

– Develop and execute business plans to drive scalable growth and market presence.

– Build and lead a high-performing leadership team aligned with company objectives.

Product Development & Technology Oversight

– Lead the continuous development of our digital product offering, ensuring it remains user-focused, innovative, and commercially viable.

– Manage and grow the internal or outsourced software development team, ensuring timely and quality product releases.

– Align product development with clinical, customer, and market needs.

Business Development & Sales

– Drive B2B customer acquisition and revenue growth, especially through corporate health partnerships.

– Identify and negotiate strategic partnerships to broaden reach and impact.

– Oversee go-to-market strategies and brand positioning.

Fundraising & Investor Relations

– Prepare and lead Series A (or late seed) fundraising efforts within the next 6–12 months.

– Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, venture capital firms, and strategic partners.

– Maintain financial discipline and support long-term capital planning.

Operations & Compliance

– Oversee day-to-day operations including logistics, phlebotomy network, laboratory relationships, and customer service.

– Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and data privacy standards (UKAS, GDPR, etc.).

– Champion high service quality and clinical integrity.

Culture & Governance

– Foster a strong, mission-driven, collaborative company culture.

– Report to and collaborate with the board of directors.

– Establish governance frameworks suitable for a scaling, regulated startup.

Key Requirements

– Proven CEO or senior leadership experience in a startup or scale-up, ideally within healthtech, diagnostics, or healthcare services.

– Strong track record of B2B sales and strategic partnerships, particularly with corporate clients.

– Experience raising institutional investment (Seed/Series A).

– Hands-on experience with product development and direct management of software development teams.

– Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making approach.

– Deep understanding of UK healthcare, digital health, diagnostics, and associated regulations.

– Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

– Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving, and mission-led environment.

Desirable Experience

– Background in clinical diagnostics, laboratory operations, or digital health platforms.

– Previous experience scaling a hybrid D2C/B2B business model.

– Network within corporate HR/benefits, occupational health, or private healthcare sectors.