Associate Director, Account Management

Medpace; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical contract research organization is seeking an Associate Director of Account Management in Greater London. This full-time role involves overseeing bids and maintaining client relationships during clinical trials. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience in clinical research or contract management. The position offers a flexible work environment and structured career growth opportunities, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Structured career paths

Employee health initiatives

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in clinical research or contract management.
• Strong working knowledge of financial processes.
• Past supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and follow through on bids for new business.
• Oversee financial performance of sponsor projects.
• Maintain strong customer relationships during trials.
• Perform financial analysis and reporting.
• Supervise Account Analysts if applicable.

Skills

Financial analysis

Contract management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related fields

Job description

Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Associate Director, Account Management to join our Commercial Operations team. This position will work on a team to accomplish tasks and projects that are instrumental to the company’s success. If you want an exciting career where you use your previous expertise, develop and grow your career further, then this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and follow through on bids for new business;
• Oversee financial and contractual performance of sponsor projects;
• Maintain a strong relationship with the customer during ongoing clinical trials;
• Perform financial analysis and reporting;
• Oversee client requests for proposals;
• Develop change‑in‑scope documents for ongoing trials;
• Customize pricing according to client requirements;
• Develop study metrics;
• Possibly supervise Account Analysts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or medicine, health and life sciences;
• 5 years of experience in the conduct of clinical research and/or contract management/pricing;
• Strong working knowledge of financial and accounting processes;
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and working knowledge of drug development services;
• Excellent analytical, as well as written and oral communication skills;
• Excellent computer skills with a strong knowledge of Microsoft® Excel;
• Past supervisory experience preferred.

Travel

Minimal

Medpace Overview

Medpace is a full-service clinical contract research organization (CRO). We provide Phase I-IV clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti‑viral and anti‑infective. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, employing more than 5,000 people across 40+ countries.

Why Medpace?

People. Purpose. Passion. Make a Difference Tomorrow. Join Us Today.

The work we’ve done over the past 30+ years has positively impacted the lives of countless patients and families who face hundreds of diseases across all key therapeutic areas. The work we do today will improve the lives of people living with illness and disease in the future.

Medpace Perks

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Competitive PTO packages
• Structured career paths with opportunities for professional growth
• Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
• Employee health and wellness initiatives

Awards

• Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Most Successful Midsize Companies in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024
• Continually recognized with CRO Leadership Awards from Life Science Leader magazine based on expertise, quality, capabilities, reliability, and compatibility

What to Expect Next

A Medpace team member will review your qualifications and, if interested, you will be contacted with details for next steps.