Senior Clinical Data Manager

Warman O'Brien; Newsham; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading Global CRO in the UK is seeking a Senior Clinical Data Manager for a 100% remote, home-based position. You will own data management deliverables, lead study design and UAT, and manage client relationships across multiple trials.

The role requires 5+ years in pharma data management (or 2+ years as CDM II), strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and data standards, and proven leadership in CDM projects. Excellent communication and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in health/pharmaceutical sciences, physical/biological sciences, or chemistry.
• At least 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical trial data management (or at least 2 years as a CDM II).
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP, data standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership skills in CDM activities and project management.

Responsibilities

• Own data management deliverables, timelines and status for assigned projects.
• Serve as the first line of contact for technical discussions and kickoff meetings.
• Lead and mentor junior staff; deliver training on EDC systems and data processes.
• Support client audits and regulatory inspections with study documentation.
• Lead study build/design, annotated CRFs and UAT participation.
• Develop and maintain Data Management documentation (DMP, project plan, DQRP).
• Oversee data cleaning, SAE reconciliation and data harmonisation across vendors.
• Coordinate post-go-live changes and archival documentation.

Skills

Data Management

Project Leadership

Training & Mentoring

Client Relationship Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in life sciences

Tools

EDC Systems

SAS

CDISC Data Standards

Job description

Senior Clinical Data Manager (100% Home-Based / Remote, UK)

Company: Leading Global CRO

Location: Remote (Home-based anywhere in the UK)

Employment Type: Full-time

• Say Goodbye to Assembly-Line Burnout: Escape the hyper-fragmented, siloed environment of giant conglomerates. Here, you will lead tight-knit project teams with true database ownership.
• Industry-Leading Stability: Our clients boasts an exceptionally high employee retention rate, offering an incredibly supportive, stable environment where your voice is heard.
• Uncompromised Quality: Join a company celebrated for operational pride, featuring a flawless track record of zero technical validation findings across hundreds of global health authority submissions (FDA, EMA, Health Canada).
• True Flexibility: Enjoy a mature, fully remote work-from-home infrastructure designed to support a healthy work-life balance.

Lead Data Management, Training & Client Relationships

• Project Ownership: Act as the primary day-to-day contact and ultimate owner of all data management deliverables, timelines, and status reports for assigned projects.
• Client & Scope Management: Serve as the first line of contact for technical, procedural, or out-of-scope discussions, participating in project kick-offs, investigator meetings, and bid defenses.
• Team Leadership & Training: Plan study-level resources (including timesheet reviews) and mentor junior staff. You will deliver training on EDC systems, dataflow, and QC processes to internal staff and clinical trial personnel.
• Compliance & Audits: Maintain clinical trial Data Management Study Binders and provide front-line support during client audits and regulatory inspections.

Perform Hands-on Data Management Activities

• Study Build & Design: Lead eCRF design, generate annotated CRFs, write Completion Instructions, and actively participate in database design and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Data Strategy Documentation: Develop and maintain essential study documents, including the Data Management Plan (DMP), Data Management Project Plan, and Data Quality Review Plan (DQRP).
• Data Cleaning & Harmonisation: Oversee data review, query resolution, and Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reconciliation. You will manage complex non-CRF Third-Party Vendor data streams and resolve medical coding discrepancies.
• Lock & Archive: Flexibly manage post-go-live database modifications, execute soft/hard locks, and coordinate with QA for final archival documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in health/pharmaceutical sciences, physical/biological sciences, or chemistry fields.
• Experience: At least5 years of experience in pharmaceutical clinical trial data management (or at least 2 years of experience as a CDM II), with a proven track record of meeting high-quality standards and driving customer satisfaction.
• Industry Knowledge: An in-depth understanding of clinical trial data management concepts, dataflows, relevant regulations (ICH-GCP), industry guidance, and data standards.
• Leadership Traits: Demonstrated strong leadership skills in CDM activities and a genuine desire to excel in leading complex data management projects.

Ready to make your next big career move?

If you are a passionate Data Manager looking for project continuity, a "can-do" culture, and a company that truly values your experience, please get in touch.

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