Site Contract Lead
ICON plc
Summary
At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON's global expertise. As a Site Contract Lead at ICON, you will oversee the contracts management process, negotiating agreements, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in support of our clinical trial operations.
Job description
What You Will Do
You will oversee contract management workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
Key responsibilities include
- Managing the end-to-end contracts process, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Collaborating closely with internal departments, including legal, finance, and project management, to ensure alignment on contract terms and conditions.
- Providing guidance and support to project teams on contract-related matters, including interpretation of contract terms and resolution of disputes.
- Monitoring contract performance and compliance throughout the project lifecycle, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation of contract activities, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
Your Profile
You will have solid contract management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
Required qualifications and experience
- Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, communications, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in contracts management, preferably within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research industry preferred.
- Strong knowledge of contract law, legal principles, and regulatory requirements relevant to clinical trials.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of managing multiple contracts and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, communications, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in contracts management
- Strong knowledge of contract law, legal principles, and regulatory requirements relevant to clinical trials
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance incentives
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement & Pension Plans
- Life Assurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing Resources
- Learning & Development
Company overview
ICON plc is a global leader in clinical research and healthcare intelligence, founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990. As one of the world's largest contract research organizations (CROs), ICON provides comprehensive outsourced development services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. The company operates in 55 countries with approximately 41,900 employees, offering end-to-end solutions that span the entire product development lifecycle. ICON's service portfolio includes clinical research services, adaptive trials, biosimilars, commercialization and outcomes consulting, medical imaging, laboratory services, and strategic support for traditional and digital health technologies. The company specializes in therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiovascular diseases, central nervous system disorders, rare diseases, and women's health. With its 2021 acquisition of PRA Health Sciences, ICON significantly expanded its capabilities and market position, becoming a dominant force in the global CRO industry. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker ICLR and reported $8.28 billion in revenue for 2024.