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Director, Commercial Finance

Medpace

London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Account Management to lead their Commercial Operations team. This pivotal role involves overseeing the hiring and training of staff while providing strategic financial insights for client proposals and contracts. With a focus on fostering relationships with sponsors and ensuring operational efficiency, the ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in contract management within the pharmaceutical or clinical research sectors. Join a forward-thinking organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and making a difference in the healthcare landscape. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven company that values purpose and passion.

Benefits

Flexible work environment
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Competitive PTO packages
Structured career paths
Company-sponsored employee appreciation events
Employee health and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in contract management in pharmaceutical or clinical research.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee hiring, training, and retention within the Commercial Operations team.
  • Provide strategic input for RFPs, budget revisions, and contract amendments.

Skills

Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Contract Management
Pricing Strategy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business
MBA

Tools

Financial Analysis Software

Job description

Our corporate activities are growing rapidly, and we are currently seeking a full-time, office-based Director, Account Management to join our Commercial (Finance) Operations team.


Responsibilities

  • Oversee hiring, training, evaluation, and retention of employees within Commercial (Finance) Operations department, including direct management of a team;
  • Provide strategic input as well as oversee the development of fee estimates for requests for proposals (RFPs), budget revisions, and contract amendments;
  • Provide strategic financial input to client requests for information (RFIs) in association with other personnel as required for each specific opportunity;
  • Review analyses of activities, costs, operations, and forecasted data to determine progress toward stated goals and objectives;
  • Evaluate departmental capacity needs on an ongoing basis and coordinate/delegate workload efficiently and in accordance with given timelines;
  • Key relationship manager for Sponsor;
  • Act as point of escalation for the Sponsor and internal team regarding all matters;
  • Participate in client steering committee.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting. MBA preferred;
  • At least 8 years of experience contract management and pricing in pharmaceutical or clinical research industry;
  • Excellent understanding of financial and accounting processes, as well as strong analytical and communication skills;
  • Basic knowledge of drug development services and medical terminology;
  • Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred.

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.

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