Sir Jonathan Van-Tam

Sir Jonathan is a Senior Adviser at 5654.

Professor Sir Jonathan brings extensive experience in public health, government, academia, and the pharmaceutical industry. As Deputy Chief Medical Officer to HM Government from 2017 to 2022, he played a key role in shaping the UK’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He was instrumental in the acquisition and rollout of vaccines in the UK and was knighted by Her late Majesty the Queen in 2022 for his services to public health. Throughout his career, he has led major global health initiatives in partnership with the World Health Organisation and the former Public Health England.

In the pharmaceutical sector, Sir Jonathan has held senior leadership positions at SmithKline Beecham (now part of GSK), Roche, and Aventis Pasteur MSD (now part of Sanofi). A distinguished academic, he is the former Pro-Vice Chancellor of the University of Nottingham and now works as an independent consultant in the biopharmaceutical industry.

At 5654, Sir Jonathan will bring unparalleled expertise in public health, pharmaceuticals, and government policy. His deep understanding of industry dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and global health challenges will help clients navigate complex healthcare landscapes, market access, and policy engagement with strategic insight drawn from decades at the forefront of life sciences and public health.