Global Site Activation Lead (Remote)

IQVIA; Reading; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA seeks a Site Activation Manager (Global) to lead end-to-end activation across studies and regions from a homebased setting. You will drive site identification, ethics and regulatory submissions, and contracting to accelerate patient enrollment and study timelines.

The role requires 5–7 years in clinical research, including leadership, with international project experience and strong PM and stakeholder skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience in clinical research with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven international project experience across multiple regions.
• Strong leadership and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead through others and maintain cross-functional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and project management for global or multi-regional Site Activation activities.
• Lead start-up delivery (pre-award through activation) and lifecycle maintenance in compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and execute the Site Activation Management Plan aligned with study strategy and scope of work.
• Collaborate with internal teams, regions, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient study start-up execution.
• Oversee regulatory submissions, approvals, contracts, and essential document processes.
• Assess regulatory landscapes and contribute to regulatory intelligence and strategy.
• Identify risks and propose practical solutions to support study delivery and bid processes.
• Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and maintenance of project systems, timelines, and documentation.
• Support business development, including bid defense and client engagement activities.
• Mentor and coach team members and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and support customer-facing activities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

International project experience

Communication

Stakeholder management

Regulatory and clinical trial

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field

Job description

IQVIA seeks a Site Activation Manager (Global) to lead end-to-end activation across studies and regions from a homebased setting. You will drive site identification, ethics and regulatory submissions, and contracting to accelerate patient enrollment and study timelines.

The role requires 5–7 years in clinical research, including leadership, with international project experience and strong PM and stakeholder skills.