Senior Contracts and Budget Associate - Clinical Trial Services
London Greater London United Kingdom
Job Type: Regular Full-time
Division: Precision for Medicine
Business Unit: Clinical Solutions
Requisition Number: 4557
We are seeking a Senior Contracts and Budget Associate to join our team!
This is a remote based opportunity open for the professionals based in one of the following countries: UK, Spain, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Serbia or Slovakia.
Position Summary:
Senior Contracts and Budget Associate, Site Contract Management, develops and negotiates European study budgets based on the requirements of a study protocol, as well as reviewing, drafting, negotiating and tracking a variety of legal agreements which include confidentiality agreements, master confidentiality agreements, clinical study agreements and amendment agreements. The postholder works closely with the Clinical Operations study team and plays a key role in ensuring deliverables are in alignment with defined study timelines.
Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:
* Develop, negotiate global study budgets based on the requirements of a study protocol.
* Review, draft and negotiate a variety of agreements including confidentiality agreements, master confidentiality agreements, clinical study agreements and amendment agreements.
* Work with supervisor and various internal/external key stakeholders to resolve/escalate contractual issues.
* Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and contracting standards.
* Update relevant study team members regarding the status of contract negotiations and execution.
* Coordinate execution of agreements.
* Support the maintenance of contract files and databases, including contract archiving.
* Recognize where processes can be improved and take corrective action.
* Other tasks, as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent level of contract management experience preferably in a clinical research or similar industry setting.
Other Required:
* 3 years of relevant experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements related to clinical research i.e. Non-Disclosure Agreements, Clinical Trial Agreements, etc. as well as management, control and tracking of the contract process.
* Experience in contract research, life science, biotech or pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
* Experience interacting with European institutions.
* Knowledge of English.
Preferred:
* Equivalent contract management experience in a clinical research or similar industry setting.
* Experience in contract research, life science, biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
* Experience in direct negotiations with institutions based in Italy, UK and Spain.
* Direct negotiations with institutions based in France and Benelux countries will be a plus.
Skills:
* Possesses strong organizational/written communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
* Executes time-sensitive matters while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
* Exhibits high self-motivation and is able to work and plan with some supervision as well as in a global team environment.
* Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism, as evidenced by punctuality, ability to deliver on commitments, an understanding of the service culture and positive interactions with customers and teammates, including good interpersonal skills.
* Displays sound business judgment and a proactive, independent work style.
* Is proficient in MS Office software programs and computer applications.
* Handles sensitive issues with discretion.
* Works well independently and cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a virtual environment.
* Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with others inside or outside of the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.
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