Drug Development Project Manager

UCB • Atlanta, GA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Drug Development Project Manager, based in our Brussels office, Belgium, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of development programs across multiple indications.
You will ensure the planning, execution, and completion of projects align with set objectives, timelines, and budgets, all while maintaining a focus on delivering value for patients and stakeholders.
Who you’ll work with
You will report to the Asset Program Lead, working closely with the global Regulatory Stakeholder Community Head and the global Head of Patient Community and their respective sub teams (Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Development, Safety, Manufacturing…).
You will be part of a dynamic and diverse global senior leadership team dedicated to optimizing asset potential and delivering impactful outcomes.
What you’ll do
Act as primary point of contact when concerning integrated cross-functional project planning and budget.
Drive scenario planning and impact assessment in view of executive governance presentations.
Manage project timelines and resources, ensuring seamless execution of deliverables.
Proactively manage risks and resolve issues, providing clear performance insights.
Maintain development project oversight, serving as the single source of truth for project status reports.
Foster positive team dynamics and knowledge sharing through expert facilitation and communication.
Implement best practices in project management.
Interested? For this role we’re looking for the following education, experience, and skills
We are seeking a highly skilled Drug Development Project Manager who not only brings strong domain expertise but also embodies the mindset and capabilities essential for modern, digitally enabled asset leadership.
Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.
At UCB, we’ve embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, irrespective of your current contractual agreement. Should your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss, before submitting your application.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [email protected] . Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific or technical discipline; Project Management certification is a strong plus (e.g., PMP, Prince2, Agile).
• Significant hands-on Project Management experience within Pharmaceutical R&D or biotech, ideally across Clinical and Regulatory phases (with Ph2b–Ph3 pre-launch experience strongly preferred).
• Deep understanding of clinical development processes, regulatory pathways, submission planning, and change management.
• Advanced proficiency with project and portfolio management tools (Planisware, QlikSense) and strong digital savviness, using data and technology to enhance decision-making and program orchestration.
• Proven ability to lead and coordinate complex, cross-functional global teams, ensuring alignment across Regulatory, Clinical, Safety, Manufacturing, and other asset stakeholders.
• Strong critical thinking, strategic acumen, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate strategy into actionable, integrated development plans.
• Expertise in risk management, issue resolution, performance tracking, and scenario planning to support executive governance and strategic decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and change management abilities, including experience fostering adoption of new ways of working and driving organizational learning.

Nice To Haves

• Having hands on experience working within an alliance with another Pharmaceutical company / Biotech company is a plus (e.g in co-development)
• Project Management certification is a strong plus (e.g., PMP, Prince2, Agile).

Responsibilities

• Act as primary point of contact when concerning integrated cross-functional project planning and budget.
• Drive scenario planning and impact assessment in view of executive governance presentations.
• Manage project timelines and resources, ensuring seamless execution of deliverables.
• Proactively manage risks and resolve issues, providing clear performance insights.
• Maintain development project oversight, serving as the single source of truth for project status reports.
• Foster positive team dynamics and knowledge sharing through expert facilitation and communication.
• Implement best practices in project management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level