Director, Head of Clinical Agreements (CA) - Sites and HCPs (all genders)

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

United As One for Patients, our purpose in Healthcare is to help create, improve and prolong lives. We develop medicines, intelligent devices and innovative technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our teams work together across 6 continents with passion and relentless curiosity in order to help patients at every stage of life. Joining our Healthcare team is becoming part of a diverse, inclusive and flexible working culture, presenting great opportunities for personal development and career advancement across the globe.

Your role:
As the Head of Clinical Agreements, you will lead the team responsible for managing Site and Health Care Professional (HCP) Agreements for Clinical Trials. You will provide strategic direction, coaching, and technical support to foster a collaborative team environment. Your expertise will be crucial in developing negotiation strategies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

As the subject matter expert, you will oversee complex negotiations, including budget discussions, ensuring timely and effective resolutions. You will be accountable for the execution, performance, and quality metrics of Clinical Agreements at the portfolio level, identifying trends and gaps that may affect key deliverables.

Additionally, you will coordinate revisions of Master Clinical Site Agreement templates, Legal Manuals, and negotiation guidance documents in collaboration with both internal and external partners. This position presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the advancement of clinical research and improve lives through innovative solutions.

Who you are:

• You have a minimum of 10 years of experience in clinical research, focusing on clinical trial contract and budget negotiation/management.
• You hold a Master’s degree in a related field, preferably in law or paralegal studies.
• You possess in-depth knowledge of clinical trial regulations, contract law, and industry standards (FDA, ICH-GCP, etc.).
• You demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to drive process improvements.
• You have excellent negotiation and communication skills, enabling you to manage complex discussions effectively.
• You are skilled in developing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• You are proactive in identifying risks and inefficiencies, with a focus on operational excellence.
• You are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging within your team.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!