Global Clinical Delivery Manager

Job description

Global Delivery Manager ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. We are currently seeking a Global Study Manager to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Global Study Manager at ICON, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the coordination and management of clinical trials globally, contributing to the design, analysis, and advancement of innovative treatments and therapies. ​ What you will be doing The Global Study Manager (GSM) is a key member of the Global Study Team contributing to delivering the clinical study to time, cost and quality, and ensuring inspection readiness by taking an oversight over study eTMF completeness. Global Study Manager (GSM) works in close partnership with the Study Delivery Lead (SDL) on end-to-end operational study delivery activities, from study setup to study archival, with the focus on setting up, maintaining and ensuring completeness of internal systems / databases / tracking tools and project plans (CSAP). Global Study Manager (GSM) works cross-functionally, with internal and external partners, on clinical study management activities, as agreed with the Study Delivery Lead, for in-house and outsourced studies across all phases and therapeutic areas, in accordance with Study Team Operating Model (STOM), current clinical study regulations and client procedures, policies, best practices and standards, and plays a key role in successful study delivery, providing subject matter expertise across key processes and systems throughout the life cycle of the study. GSM is responsible for monitoring study conduct and progress, identifying, resolving and escalating risks/issues which may impact delivery of the study to the necessary quality, timeline and budget objectives. GSM is responsible for reviewing key clinical documents, including the Protocol and Informed Consent Forms, and leading development of study plans (e.g. Monitoring Plan, Vendor Management Plan, Protocol Deviation Management Plan, Risk Management Plan, Communication Plan etc.) for external and internal use in assigned studies. GSM is responsible for facilitating and maintaining interactions and meetings with internal (including but not limited to regulatory, LOC, quality assurance, Monitors meeting) and external partners (including CROs and third-party vendors) to ensure the successful delivery of assigned studies. GSM is responsible for vendor management and CRO oversight, acting as a primary point of contact, overseeing study-specific deliverables, ensuring continued monitoring and timely delivery of activities delegated to third parties. Your profile Bachelor's degree in a scientific or related field; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical research 1-2 years working as an Associate Project Manager withing a CRO or Pharma setting Vendor management experience Global experience Working closely with cross functional teams for status updates and deliverables Excellent knowledge of ICH-GCP, clinical study delivery process, including regulations, operational best practices, industry standards. Well familiar with key systems used in clinical trial delivery. Experience in using Trial Master File industry accepted standard. Strong project management skills (preferably with analytical / financial skills) and good leadership skills. Excellent verbal and written communication in English. Excellent communication and relationship building skills, including external service provider management skills. Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based. Rewards & Benefits ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Benefits may include: 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 Benefits may vary depending on role and location. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. Inclusion and Accessibility ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here . Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply