Specialist, R&D Contracts & Business Operations

CSL (EMEA); United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biotechnology company is looking for a Specialist in R&D Contracts & Business Operations in the UK. This role involves managing contracts and operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years in contract administration, preferably in the pharma industry. Excellent interpersonal skills and organizational abilities are essential. Join us to make a meaningful impact for patients worldwide.

Benefits

Wellness programs

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in contract administration or business operations, preferably in pharma/biotech.
• Understanding of contract templates, terms, and lifecycle management.
• Working knowledge of basic compliance principles and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end business operations tasks for R&D contracts.
• Draft and prepare contract templates in compliance with guidelines.
• Serve as liaison with Procurement and Compliance for approvals.

Skills

Contract administration

Business operations

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Life Sciences, or related field

Tools

Enterprise software platforms (e.g., Ariba, SAP)

Job description

CSL's R&D organization is accelerating innovation to deliver greater impact for patients. With a project-led structure and a focus on collaboration, we’re building a future‑ready team that thrives in dynamic biotech ecosystems. Joining CSL now means being part of an agile team committed to developing therapies that make a meaningful difference worldwide.

Your Opportunity

The Specialist, R&D Contracts & Business Operations executes end-to-end operational processes for R&D contracts, including vendor onboarding, contract execution, purchase order (PO) management, and invoice tracking. The role ensures compliance with internal policies and supports timely and accurate completion of operational tasks that enable scientific delivery across CSL’s global R&D organization.

Your Responsibilities will include

• Manage end-to-end business operations tasks for R&D contracts including required internal approvals, new vendor setup, contract execution, PO creation, and invoice resolution
• Draft and prepare a variety of contract templates (e.g., CDA, Service, Sponsorship, and HCP Agreements) in compliance with internal guidelines
• Collaborate with R&D stakeholders to ensure tracking and fulfillment of contractual obligations and responsibilities as outlined in executed agreements
• Serve as a liaison with Procurement and Compliance to ensure all necessary approvals are in place prior to contract execution
• Create, manage, and monitor POs for assigned functional areas, ensuring alignment with CSL processes and timely vendor payments.
• Maintain contract records in the central portal and conduct periodic audits to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Support intake and data maintenance to enable reliable tracking and reporting of key operational metrics
• Foster effective communication with internal and external partners to ensure transparency, compliance, and timely decision-making
• Promote operational excellence by building collaborative relationships across global R&D and enabling functions

Your Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Life Sciences, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in contract administration or business operations, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
• Understanding of contract templates, key contract terms and conditions, and contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools
• Working knowledge of basic compliance principles and financial systems
• Proficiency with enterprise software platforms (e.g., Ariba, SAP, or equivalent)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to support cross‑functional collaboration

Preferred

• Experience supporting R&D functional areas or scientific contracting processes
• Familiarity with data reporting, dashboards, or process metrics tracking

Our Benefits

We encourage you to make your well‑being a priority. It’s important and so are you. Learn more about how we care at CSL.

About CSL

CSL is a leading global biotechnology company with a dynamic portfolio of life‑saving medicines, including those that treat haemophilia and immune deficiencies, as well as vaccines to prevent influenza. Since our start in 1916, we have been driven by our promise to save lives through innovation. Learn more about CSL.

We want CSL to reflect the world around us

At CSL, Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of our mission and who we are. It fuels our innovation day in and day out. By celebrating our differences and creating a culture of curiosity and empathy, we are able to better understand and connect with our patients and donors, foster strong relationships with our stakeholders, and sustain a diverse workforce that will move our company and industry into the future. Learn more Inclusion and Belonging | CSL.

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