Senior Project Manager

ICON; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Reading seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee the delivery of Phase I clinical trials. The role requires 3–5 years of project management experience, particularly in clinical trial delivery, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively. You will serve as a primary contact for clients, ensuring high-quality service and operational excellence. This position offers competitive benefits and promotes a diverse, inclusive culture.

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Project Management experience, with clinical trial delivery and Phase I exposure.
• Experience in a CRO or public/hospital research setting; Early Phase/Phase I preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial regulations, standards, and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Phase I clinical trials.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Develop and maintain cross-functional project plans.

Skills

Project Management

Clinical Trial Delivery

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or related discipline

Job description

About the Role

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

Role overview

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. As a Senior Project Manager within Early Phase you will play a critical role in the delivery of Phase I clinical trials, supporting ICON’s mission to advance innovative therapies safely and efficiently.

This role is ideal for an experienced Project Manager with strong Phase I expertise, a deep understanding of end-to-end clinical trial delivery, and the ability to lead diverse, cross-functional teams. You will act as a trusted partner to clients, driving operational excellence while exemplifying ICON’s values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of Phase I clinical trials from proposal development through study close-out and TMF return
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong partnerships to ensure high-quality delivery and repeat business
• Develop, maintain, and execute cross-functional project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables
• Proactively manage project risks, issues, budgets, and contractual obligations, including scope changes and financial oversight
• Lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with ICON SOPs, contractual requirements, and applicable clinical trial regulations and standards
• Monitor, track, and report project progress, quality, and financials to internal and external stakeholders
• Support business development activities, including proposal development, bid defenses, and execution of change orders
• Travel approximately 25%, domestically and/or internationally

The ideal candidate

• 3–5 years’ Project Management experience, with clinical trial delivery and Phase I exposure
• Experience in a CRO or public/hospital research setting; Early Phase/Phase I preferred
• End-to-end project management from proposal and bid defense through study close-out and TMF return
• Knowledge of ICON Phase I offerings and ability to articulate value to clients
• Strong understanding of clinical trial regulations, standards, and legislation
• Degree in Life Sciences or related discipline
• Customer-focused, with ability to build strong sponsor and stakeholder relationships
• Experience managing cross-functional teams, including Clinical and Medical functions

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What ICON can offer you

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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