Site Contract Lead

ICON plc • Blue Bell, SD

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About The Position

At ICON Strategic Solutions, the Site Contract Lead works in a sponsor-dedicated model supported by ICON’s global expertise. The role oversees the contracts management process, negotiates agreements, and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in support of clinical trial operations.

The Site Contract Lead oversees contract management workstreams and ensures deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations. The position manages the end-to-end contracts process, collaborates with internal departments, advises project teams on contract matters, monitors performance and compliance, and maintains accurate contract records and documentation.

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, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and the capability to manage multiple contracts and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%).
• Must have the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in contracts management within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract management workstreams and ensure deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
• Manage the end-to-end contracts process, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including legal, finance, and project management, to align on contract terms and conditions.
• Provide project teams with guidance and support on contract-related matters, including interpreting contract terms and resolving disputes.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance throughout the project lifecycle, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of contract activities and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Develop the team and manage competing priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programmes, including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.

What This Job Offers

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