Senior Project Manager - Expanded Access Programs (EAP/NPP)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global healthcare services organization seeks a Senior Project Manager to drive the success of Expanded Access Programs in London. This high-impact role requires operational expertise and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in delivering life-changing treatments to patients. With a focus on oversight and strategic vision, you'll be at the forefront of healthcare innovation, ensuring that projects align with regulatory requirements and contractual obligations.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Support from experienced leadership

Opportunity to make a real difference in patients' lives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of direct experience in clinical trials or expanded access programs.
• At least 1 year in project or team leadership.
• Strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead global EAP/NPP programs' setup and implementation.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor project teams and ensure compliance with SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Risk Management

GCP Knowledge

Education

University degree in health-related field

Tools

MS Office

eTMF

CTMS

Job description

Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Expanded Access Programs (EAP/NPP)

Location: London (Hybrid)

Are you a clinical project leader with a sharp operational mindset and a passion for delivering compassionate-use treatments to patients in need? A leading global healthcare services organisation is looking for a Senior Project Manager to oversee and drive the success of regional and global Expanded Access and Named Patient Programs (EAP/NPP).

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where your project management expertise will directly support patients awaiting life-changing treatments. You’ll work with cross-functional teams, international clients, and healthcare professionals to implement access programs across multiple geographies - bringing structure, oversight, and strategic vision to every stage.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the setup, implementation, and operational oversight of global EAP/NPP programs.
• Ensure project timelines, budgets, and deliverables align with contractual scopes of work.
• Serve as the central point of contact for clients, providing updates, managing expectations, and building long-term relationships.
• Proactively identify project risks, trends, and opportunities, providing solutions that maintain program integrity and efficiency.
• Support proposals, bid defences, and client onboarding in collaboration with business development teams.
• Guide and mentor project teams, ensuring compliance with internal SOPs and industry regulations.
• Ensure all change orders and out-of-scope activities are properly documented and integrated into project planning.
• Lead or contribute to the development of internal processes, SOPs, and quality documentation.

What You Bring

• A university degree in a health-related field (nursing or equivalent ).
• Minimum 2 years' direct experience in clinical trials or expanded access programs, with at least 1 year of project or team leadership.
• Strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements for EAP/NPP programs.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple priorities, and keep programs on track under pressure.
• Clear and confident communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Competency with project tools such as MS Office, eTMF, and CTMS.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.

Why Join?

• Contribute to programs that make a real difference in patients' lives - outside of traditional clinical trial models.
• Work in a collaborative, mission-focused environment with like-minded professionals.
• Lead projects with global impact, while being supported by experienced leadership and operational teams.

Interested? Apply now or send you CV to [e-mail].