Financial Study Start-Up Project Manager (London)

Fortrea; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortrea is seeking a Study Start-Up Project Manager in the UK to drive budget and contract negotiations for clinical trial start-up activities. The role emphasizes compliance with local regulations and proactive risk management across country teams in a hybrid environment.

You will influence investigators, vendors and country managers to meet trial commitments, while independently managing deliverables with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in budget and contract negotiations within clinical trials.
• Strong problem-solving and proactive risk mitigation.
• Experience with challenges affecting protocol timelines in study start-up.
• Excellent English communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment and manage multiple deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead budget and contract negotiations with regulatory awareness.
• Resolve country start-up issues by influencing investigators and partners.
• Make independent decisions with limited oversight and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, quality standards, and milestones.
• Coordinate across functions in a hybrid setup.

Skills

Budget negotiations

Contract negotiations

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Stakeholder influence

Project coordination

English proficiency

Job description

Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in the Central London office)We are seeking a Study Start-Up Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will work 100% dedicated to a leading global pharmaceutical company, playing a critical part in the successful initiation of clinical trials within the UK. Your primary focus will be on budget and finance tasks , including contracts and budgeting, with significant influence on meeting country-specific trial commitments and objectives during the start-up phase.Key ResponsibilitiesLead budget and contract negotiations with a deep understanding of the local regulatory environment and its implications for study start-up activities.Address and resolve issues by indirectly influencing investigators, vendors, external partners, and country managers with minimal support.Independently make decisions with limited oversight while proactively developing risk management and mitigation strategies for the country.Ensure compliance with local regulations, quality standards, and protocol milestones during the start-up phase.Qualifications and Core CompetenciesProven expertise in budget and contract negotiations within a clinical trial setting.Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks.Experience in managing common challenges such as: Quality and compliance concernsLegal issues Deliverable-specific risks impacting protocol timelinesExceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and mentor stakeholders at all levels.Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment while managing multiple deliverables and protocols simultaneously.Behavioral ExpectationsHighly organized, with strong coordination skills to manage complex tasks and priorities.Ability to analyze root causes of issues and propose practical solutions, including escalating to management when needed.Proficient in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.Collaborative mindset and leadership capabilities to influence diverse teams across various functions.If you are a motivated professional with a strong background in study start-up activities, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in clinical research.Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here .