Global Study & Site Ops Leader

GB16 (FCRS = GB016) Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 105,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Annual incentive potential

Parental leave

Equity awards

Car allowance or vehicle

Job summary

Novartis is seeking a Study & Site Operations (SSO) Cluster Head to lead the delivery of complex clinical trials from London, UK. The role leads global trials, driving strategy, execution, and data quality across multiple countries and functions.

A hybrid and remote working model is available, with an emphasis on leadership development and cross-functional collaboration. The position requires extensive experience in global clinical research, strong GxP knowledge, and strategic oversight of trial

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading clinical trial planning, execution, and monitoring activities within a global clinical research environment.
• Demonstrated success leading, developing, and coaching managers and high-performing teams across complex organisations.
• Deep understanding of clinical drug development and end-to-end trial execution.
• Expert knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong strategic leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills across complex organisations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Study & Site Operations strategy to achieve clinical trial delivery, quality, and business objectives.
• Drive innovative approaches to trial planning, execution, and patient engagement across the cluster.
• Oversee allocation, start-up, recruitment, and delivery of Phase I to IV clinical studies.
• Ensure delivery against enrolment, timeline, budget, and quality commitments across all assigned trials.
• Champion compliance with global regulations, ethical standards, and Novartis operating procedures.
• Build, develop, and retain high-performing leaders while driving succession and talent strategies.
• Manage cluster resources, budgets, and productivity initiatives to maximise operational performance.

Skills

Clinical trial leadership

Team leadership coaching

Drug development knowledge

GxP & ICH knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Job description

Novartis is seeking a Study & Site Operations (SSO) Cluster Head to lead the delivery of complex clinical trials from London, UK. The role leads global trials, driving strategy, execution, and data quality across multiple countries and functions.

A hybrid and remote working model is available, with an emphasis on leadership development and cross-functional collaboration. The position requires extensive experience in global clinical research, strong GxP knowledge, and strategic oversight of trial