Senior Manager Data Management - Permanent Position

Eisai Europe Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Car/Car Allowance

Electric charging points

Discretionary Bonus

Free onsite parking

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Learning and development opportunities

Well-being & mental health awareness

Multi-faith prayer room

Job summary

Eisai Europe Limited is seeking a Senior Manager, Data Management to lead data collection and processing across studies, ensuring high-quality data and regulatory compliance. The role demands cross-functional collaboration, vendor oversight, and team leadership to align DB builds with Eisai standards.

MDP oversight, protocol input, SOP maintenance and CRO governance are key facets of this position, with a focus on timely data delivery and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sciences or related field with demonstrable experience of Clinical Data Management in pharma/biotech industry OR a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Experience in Project Management (i.e. defining plans and milestones, coordinating with cross functional teams and driving accountabilities).
• Experience working with clinical trials and the drug development process; understanding of Data Management strategy.
• Experience leading Data Management activities in clinical trials.
• Proficient use of Data Management systems with strong knowledge of Data Management processes, tools, methodologies and documentation.
• Strong experience and knowledge of clinical research, GCP, regulatory requirements and good Data Management practices.
• Some experience with line management; mentoring team members (external/contract staff) on Clinical Data Management activities and procedures preferred.
• Proven performance in earlier role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review standard Case Report Forms (eCRFs), Data Management Plans, Validation Specifications and Data Transfer Specifications.
• Provide Data Management inputs during study protocol development; contribute to the enhancement of a clinical library.
• Participate in the development/maintenance of Data Management SOPs, Standard Working Practices, and other Data Management related process documents as needed.
• As appropriate, contribute to the selection, oversight of CRO performance related to Data Management activities; act as the sponsor representative for Data Management outsourced activities.
• Represent the Data Management function in study teams meetings.
• Ensure timely delivery of quality data in accordance with Eisai's SOP, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure delivery of quality data; represent Data Management team in study team meetings and provide Data Management questions to internal and external team members.
• Execute managerial duties to direct reports and/or provide guidance to members.

Skills

Clinical Data Management

Project Management

Data Management systems

GCP knowledge

Regulatory requirements

Mentoring/Line management

CRO oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in sciences

Tools

Data Management systems

Job description

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The Company

Eisai is a leading research based pharmaceutical organisation with an extensive portfolio across the Oncology, Neurology and Pain therapy areas.
By joining Eisai, you will be working for an organisation with a human healthcare philosophy, which means that we put the patient first in everything we do.

Your new role

The Senior Manager, Data Management is primarily responsible for the direct management of clinical study activities as they relate to data collection and processing from study start up through ongoing oversight to completion. Working in a highly matrixed environment, the successful candidate must have proven ability to effectively manage outsourced vendor activities as well as internal resources. The candidate must be capable of managing and leading others, providing appropriate feedback when warranted, setting clear direction for team members and appropriately assigning resources to meet work objectives. This individual may also act as “compound lead” for select projects to ensure consistency in the DB build across all protocols, ensuring conformity to Eisai standards.

• Develop and review standard Case Report Forms (eCRFs), Data Management Plans, Validation Specifications and Data Transfer Specifications.
• Provide Data Management inputs during study protocol development; contribute to the enhancement of a clinical library.
• Participate in the development/maintenance of Data Management SOPs, Standard Working Practices, and other Data Management related process documents as needed.
• As appropriate, contribute to the selection, oversight of CRO performance related to Data Management activities; act as the sponsor representative for Data Management outsourced activities.
• Represent the Data Management function in study teams meetings.
• Ensure timely delivery of quality data in accordance with Eisai's SOP, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure delivery of quality data; represent Data Management team in study team meetings and provide Data Management questions to internal and external team members.
• Execute managerial duties to direct reports and/or provide guidance to members.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in sciences or related field with demonstratable experience of Clinical Data Management in pharma/biotech industry OR a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Experience in Project Management (i.e. defining plans and milestones, coordinating with cross functional teams and driving accountabilities).
• Experience working with clinical trials and the drug development process; understanding of Data Management strategy.
• Experience leading Data Management activities in clinical trials.
• Proficient use of Data Management systems with strong knowledge of Data Management processes, tools, methodologies and documentation.
• Strong experience and knowledge of clinical research, GCP, regulatory requirements and good Data Management practices.
• Some experience with line management; mentoring team members (external/contract staff) on Clinical Data Management activities and procedures preferred.
• Proven performance in earlier role.

What we offer in return

Eisai offers a competitive salary and excellent wider benefits package that includes,

• Hybrid working (Depending on role)
• Car/Car Allowance (Depending on role)
• Electric charging points for Electric/Hybrid vehicles
• Discretionary Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised onsite restaurant and coffee shop
• Learning and development opportunities
• Well-being & mental health awareness programmes
• Multi-faith prayer room

You will also be based out of our excellent EMEA Knowledge Centre (EKC) facility, which is our EU Headquarters, and offers an inclusive, and collaborative working environment.

Eisai Recruitment Statement

Diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to our success, and we welcome applications from all people from all backgrounds with the experience and skills needed to perform this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

We believe that diverse and inclusive teams promote wellbeing, learning and innovation, helping Eisai serve our patients, their families, our employees, and society.
Our commitment is:

• to embrace and celebrate our differences, respecting and valuing each other.
• to include equity, diversity, and inclusion practices in all that we do so everyone has a full sense of belonging.
• to value individual talent where every employee can be themselves and thrive in an environment of openness, trust, and integrity