Sr Contract Analyst - Office with Flex - Sofia, Bulgaria (or UK)
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
Role Summary:
We are currently seeking a Senior Contract Analyst to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Senior Contract Analyst at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in managing contractual agreements, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.
What you will be doing:
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review, draft, and negotiate contracts for clinical research projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and company policies.
* Work simultaneously on numerous contracts and/or change orders. Management of strategic clients/complicated budgets.
* Conduct thorough analysis of contract terms, conditions, and obligations to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
* Provide guidance and support to project teams on contract interpretation, compliance issues, and contractual rights and obligations.
* Provide project/financial analysis on the project budget to justify supporting information from the project team prior to client submission.
* Develop and maintain client/project files and tracking tools.
* Update ICON's reporting system in a timely and consistent manner with concise, accurate information on the status of the contract or change order.
* Maintain accurate and organized contract records, tracking key milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
* Lead discussion and negotiation with ICON Legal and Sales Team to determine the appropriate terms and conditions to be included in the contracts (inclusive of Start-up Agreements) and change orders.
* Provide the relevant information, analysis, recommendations required, and solutions for negotiations and discussions with clients regarding cost proposals/change orders/contracts to the Contract Manager, the respective Sales personnel, and project teams.
* Assist in the development and implementation of contract management processes, procedures, and best practices to optimize efficiency and mitigate risks.
Your profile:
* Bachelor's degree in business, legal studies, or related field; advanced degree or certification in contract management preferred.
* 4-5 years of previous experience in contract administration, sponsor proposals, negotiation, or related roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research industry.
* Experience with client grids and costing tools.
* Strong understanding of contract law, regulatory requirements, and industry standards in the CRO industry.
* Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex contractual provisions and identify potential issues or opportunities.
* Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent command of English.
* Brilliant communication skills with the ability to develop meaningful relationships with other teams at ICON and our clients.
What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work-life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
* Various annual leave entitlements.
* A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
* Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
* Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
* Life assurance.
* Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, 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 request here.
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