Senior Contract Manager - FSP

Precision for Medicine

8d•$110,700 - $166,100

About The Position

The Senior Contract Manager reviews, drafts, negotiates, and tracks legal agreements, including confidentiality agreements, master confidentiality agreements, clinical study agreements, and amendments. The role works closely with Clinical Operations study teams to keep deliverables aligned with defined study timelines and serves as a subject matter expert on site contract management within the department and company. The position establishes and improves site contracting processes, manages contract negotiations and site budgets, advises business teams on operational implications of contract terms, and helps ensure compliance with company policies and standards. It also coordinates agreement execution, maintains contract records and metrics, tracks expirations and obligations, and mentors new Site Contract Managers and other staff. The role requires at least seven years of relevant contracting experience and the ability to lead interactions with institutions, study teams, and sponsors across regions.

Requirements

At least seven years of relevant experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating site Clinical Trial Agreements, vendor contracts, and site budgets.
Graduate, postgraduate, or four-year college degree; equivalent experience is ideally in a scientific or healthcare discipline.
Experience leading interactions with institutions in the US, Europe, APAC, or other regions.
Experience leading interactions with study teams and sponsors.
Strong organizational and written communication skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle time-sensitive work accurately and with attention to detail.
High self-motivation and ability to work and plan independently and as part of a team.
Professionalism, punctuality, dependability, service orientation, and strong interpersonal skills.
Sound business judgment and a proactive, independent work style.
Proficiency in MS Office software and computer applications.
Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively toward common goals in a virtual environment.
Ability to build and maintain supportive relationships inside and outside the organization.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in law, a scientific field, business administration, or an equivalent degree.
Experience setting up contracting plans and guides for CTA and budget negotiations.
Experience with Kick-Off Meetings (KOM) and Bid Defense Meetings (BDM).
Successful relationship management with study teams and/or CRAs, Start-up Associates, and (S)BSCAs to meet study timelines.

Responsibilities

Establish processes and procedures for overall site contract management.
Review, draft, and negotiate master services agreements, site contracts, consulting agreements, vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other client contracts.
Escalate and resolve complex issues with clients and internal stakeholders.
Negotiate site budgets.
Advise business teams about the operational implications of contract terms.
Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and contracting standards.
Update study team members on the status of contract negotiations and execution.
Establish, track, report, and manage site contract metrics.
Coordinate agreement execution and track agreement expirations and other obligations.
Support maintenance of contract files and databases, including contract archiving.
Assist in designing and implementing policies and procedures to support timely contract execution.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and take corrective action.
Mentor and/or serve as an ambassador for new Site Contract Managers and Precision for Medicine staff.
Perform other tasks as assigned.