Trial Delivery Leader Base

Overview Senior Global Clinical Project Manager at ICON plc, a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. ICON fosters an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.We are currently seeking a Senior Global Clinical Project Manager to join our diverse and dynamic team. You will play a key role in leading and managing complex projects and programs across various departments, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives, improve processes, and achieve organizational goals. This role will be working within the Early Phase Oncology team, so it is important that you currently have strong Early Phase Oncology experience as a Global Project Manager in a CRO or Pharma setting.ResponsibilitiesLeads the cross-functional Trial Team; tracks project deliverables and timelines using functional planning tools. Proactively manages trial deliverables and milestones, identifies risks, and ensures mitigation and contingencies are initiated and followed through (including management of CAPAs).Accountable for the delivery of global trials within the projected life of trial budget. Ensures accurate trial budget management, updates for scope changes, and reconciliation of assigned trials for both Out of Pocket (OOP) costs and FTE costs. Responsible for overall contract management, including review and approval of external service provider (ESP) contracts, change orders, and ensuring services are delivered per contract.Ensures environmental analysis, protocol feasibility, and country & site selection processes are conducted within agreed timelines. Drives final study placement and ensures alignment and communication with involved stakeholders, including TA and feasibility leads.Develops the trial ESP strategy for assigned trial(s) in line with the overall program ESP strategy.Oversees all external service providers for both in-house and outsourced studies. Responsible for vendor selection and setup, including scope of work and specifications in line with protocol requirements, budget, and timelines. Manages CROs for outsourced trials, including initiation of selection, SOW development, budget and change orders, and oversight of all deliverables. Serves as the primary point of contact for the assigned Project Director/Manager from the CRO responsible for the trial.QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Life Sciences.Minimum of 8 years of clinical trial experience in the pharmaceutical industry or CRO. Other relevant experiences and skills may be considered.Early Phase Oncology experience is a MUST.In-depth clinical research operational knowledge, strong project planning/management, communication and presentation skills. Ability to manage all aspects of execution of a clinical trial.Proven track record of success in managing or leading global or regional teams in a virtual environment.Strong expertise in vendor management.Excellent leadership skills and ability to foster team productivity and cohesiveness.Strong decision-making, analytical and financial management skills; able to operate with limited supervision.Experience with mentoring/coaching others.Therapeutic area experience and skills depending on the area of support.What ICON can offer youOur success depends on the quality of our people. We’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.In addition to a competitive salary, ICON offers a range of benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and focus on well-being and work-life balance opportunities for you and your family.Benefits examples include:Various annual leave entitlementsA range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needsCompetitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan for the years aheadGlobal Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of professionals who support you and your family’s well-beingLife assuranceFlexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, gym memberships discounts, subsidized travel passes, and health assessmentsVisit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a written request.Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We encourage you to apply regardless—there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.Are you a current ICON Employee? Please apply here.#J-18808-Ljbffr