Clinical Trial Manager, (Oncology Experience Required) - UK (Remote) -

Parexel; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Life Assurance

Pension

Critical Illness Insurance & Health Sc

Job summary

Parexel is expanding its clinical operations in the United Kingdom and seeks a local Clinical Trial Manager with oncology experience to lead country-level delivery in a remote capacity. You will oversee study execution, budgets, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional collaboration to drive timely, compliant trial delivery for a single client.

Join a fast-paced, growth-focused team that supports development programs across biotech and pharmaceutical partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific, healthcare, or clinical research discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience running local clinical trials.
• Experience in oncology clinical trials.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross functional teams to deliver trials on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, trial phases, ICH-GCP, and country regulations.
• Experience performing submissions to Regulatory Authorities and Ethics Committees.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver country level components of clinical studies within agreed timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Lead Local Study Teams at country level to support study execution and quality outcomes.
• Manage country level study budgets and financial reporting.
• Prepare country financial Study Management Agreements (fSMA).
• Oversee preparation of country level Master Informed Consent Forms (MICF) and site-specific documentation.
• Ensure timely submission to Ethics Committees and IRBs during the study lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient study delivery.
• Support study quality and regulatory compliance and client standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Clinical research experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Regulatory compliance

Study financial systems

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Parexel

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights 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.

About the Role

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.

We are seeking a local Clinical Trial Manager with oncology experience, to join our team in the UK in a remote capacity. This role is dedicated to a single client and offers the opportunity to play a critical leadership role in delivering country level clinical trials that help advance innovative treatments for patients.

As a local Clinical Trial Manager, you will lead local study delivery, oversee operational execution, and ensure studies are conducted in compliance with applicable regulations, quality standards, timelines, and budgets. Working closely with cross functional teams, you will drive study performance, support regulatory and ethics submissions, and contribute directly to the successful delivery of clinical research programs.

You will join a fast paced, growth-oriented environment supporting impactful clinical studies for leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations. Whether your long-term interests lie in clinical operations, project management, line management, or broader leadership opportunities, this role provides a strong platform for continued professional development and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver committed country level components of clinical studies within agreed timelines, budgets, and resource plans while ensuring compliance with client procedures, ICH-GCP guidelines, and local regulations.
• Lead and optimize the performance of Local Study Teams at country level to support successful study execution and quality outcomes.
• Manage country level study budgets and maintain accurate financial information through regular review of study financial systems and reports.
• Ensure timely preparation of country financial Study Management Agreements (fSMA).
• Oversee the preparation of country level Master Informed Consent Forms (MICF), site specific informed consent documentation, and associated translations as required.
• Ensure timely submission of applications and study related documentation to Ethics Committees (EC) and Institutional Review Boards (IRB) throughout the study lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient study delivery and effective cross functional partnership.
• Support study quality and operational excellence while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and client standards.

Candidate Profile

You will thrive in this role if you bring:

• Strong leadership, team motivation, and stakeholder management capabilities
• Experience working within clinical research and local clinical trial delivery environments
• The ability to collaborate effectively across cross functional teams
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• A quality focused approach and commitment to regulatory compliance and study excellence
• Confidence working with study financial systems, regulatory processes, and clinical trial documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific, healthcare, or clinical research discipline
• Minimum of 3 years' experience running local clinical trials
• Experience in oncology clinical trials
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross functional teams to deliver clinical trials on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Good understanding and working knowledge of clinical research, clinical trial phases, ICH-GCP, and applicable country clinical research regulations and guidelines
• Experience performing submissions to Regulatory Authorities (RA) and Ethics Committees (EC)
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Monitoring experience within oncology clinical studies
• Experience partnering with study functions to support smooth and effective study delivery

Benefits and Compensation

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Pension
• Critical Illness Insurance & Health Screenings

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes life assurance, medical and dental insurance, and additional benefit offerings in accordance with the terms of our applicable plans.

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.