Associate Director, Global Operations & Clinical Trials

Worldwide Clinical Trials; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior CAT Operations leader to oversee study planning, resourcing, and budget alignment across global trials. You will collaborate with project management, contracts, and clinical services to drive efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires 7+ years in clinical trials, strong leadership, and experience managing cross‑functional teams. PMP or MBA is preferred; CFR, GCP, and ICH familiarity is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree (life sciences, MBA) and/or PMP preferred.
• Strong leadership, management and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• At least 7+ years clinical trial experience with at least 4 years’ experience in global clinical trials.
• Preferred ≥5 years of experience managing team members or project management experience.
• Hands-on experience in day-to-day management of all aspects of global clinical trials.
• Prior experience in psychiatry / CNS therapeutic areas is a plus.
• Knowledge of CFRs, GCPs and ICH guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Identify operational needs for upcoming projects and track current assignments for CAT Operations staff.
• Resource CAT study projects as Resource Manager.
• Engage as a Subject Matter Expert for CAT Operations activities.
• Provide operational oversight for designated CAT study projects.
• Coordinate resourcing activities for all CAT awarded projects.
• Identify training and skills gaps among staff; coordinate learning opportunities.
• Actively identify and engage in process improvement activities.
• Lead and/or contribute to departmental initiatives that implement policies and techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Worldwide Clinical Trials in the United Kingdom is seeking a senior CAT Operations leader to oversee study planning, resourcing, and budget alignment across global trials. You will collaborate with project management, contracts, and clinical services to drive efficiency and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires 7+ years in clinical trials, strong leadership, and experience managing cross‑functional teams. PMP or MBA is preferred; CFR, GCP, and ICH familiarity is essential.