Clinical Coding Manager - UK (Remote) - FSP

Parexel; Uxbridge; A distancia; GBP 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Parexel is seeking a Clinical Coding Manager to join the UK team in a remote capacity. You will lead coding activities, ensure adherence to guidelines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support clinical programs and regulatory submissions.

The role requires expert knowledge of coding dictionaries (MedDRA, WHODrug), and strong communication and analytical skills to drive quality and compliance in a regulated environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Biology, or related field.
• 7 years of experience in a clinical coding role.
• Expert knowledge of clinical data coding methodologies and medical coding practices.
• Expert understanding of clinical research, clinical trial execution, and applicable regulatory requirements and guidelines including ICH-GCP and safety reporting requirements.
• Expert knowledge of industry-standard coding dictionaries including MedDRA and WHODrug.
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as the medical coding subject matter expert, driving quality and consistency across coding activities.
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee clinical medical coding activities with procedures and guidelines.
• Lead coding and dictionary-related initiatives supporting clinical development and regulatory activities.
• Manage medical coding dictionaries and synonym lists, including maintenance and version updates.
• Review coded clinical data for consistency, accuracy, quality, and compliance with coding guidelines.
• Prepare and provide coding reports for medical review and decision-making.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Nursing/Biology or related field

Herramientas

MedDRA

WHODrug

Descripción del empleo

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insight-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose, moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry-leading innovation, With Heart.

About The Role

We are seeking a Clinical Coding Manager (Medical Coding Manager) to join our team in the UK in a remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the medical coding subject matter expert, driving quality, consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement across coding activities
• Plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee clinical medical coding activities in alignment with company procedures, industry regulations, and applicable guidelines
• Lead coding and dictionary-related initiatives that support clinical development and regulatory activities
• Manage medical coding dictionaries and synonym lists, including dictionary maintenance and version updates
• Review coded clinical data to ensure consistency, accuracy, quality, and compliance with established coding guidelines
• Prepare and provide coding reports for medical review and decision-making activities
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support timely and accurate medical coding across clinical programs
• Deliver training on medical coding processes, standards, and best practices to coding staff and other functional groups as needed
• Monitor compliance with standard operating procedures and proactively identify and address process gaps
• Maintain and control organizational access to coding dictionary portals and related systems

You'll Thrive In This Role If You Bring

• Strong written and verbal communication skills combined with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Deep attention to detail and the ability to interpret and consistently apply medical coding guidelines
• Experience working within clinical research and regulated environments
• The ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Experience working with medical coding dictionaries, coding processes, and clinical data standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Biology, or a related field
• 7 years of experience in a clinical coding role
• Expert knowledge of clinical data coding methodologies and medical coding practices
• Expert understanding of clinical research, clinical trial execution, and applicable regulatory requirements and guidelines, including ICH-GCP and safety reporting requirements
• Expert knowledge of industry-standard coding dictionaries, including MedDRA and WHODrug
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting coding activities across multiple therapeutic areas
• Experience contributing to process improvement initiatives and coding standards implementation
• Familiarity with coding dictionary maintenance, synonym management, and dictionary versioning activities
• Experience supporting cross-functional clinical development or pharmacovigilance activities

We believe in flexibility, growth, and creating space for people to do their best work. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions help shape the future of clinical research.