Study Lead

Innovative Trials; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading patient recruitment firm in Letchworth is seeking a Study Lead to manage client relationships and oversee recruitment projects. The ideal candidate has a degree in biological sciences and at least 2 years of management experience in related fields. Strong organizational and communication skills are required, along with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Join a growing team committed to reshaping the patient journey.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years management experience in patient recruitment, clinical research, or health communications.
• Proficient in Google Workspace is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage client and vendor meetings effectively.
• Oversee daily project management and compliance with standards.
• Handle budget forecasting and vendor cost management.

Skills

Excellent organisation skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in a biological science

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

About Innovative Trials

At Innovative Trials, we don’t just lead from the front in patient recruitment—we’re on a mission to continuously revolutionise the patient journey! As an award-winning, industry-recognised leader, we’re known for more than just results. We’re known for continuously pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in patient recruitment.

We celebrate our wins, learn from our challenges (and from each other), and most importantly, we’re always striving for more!

So, what’s our secret recipe? Our people.

At Innovative Trials, every single person is a HERO (yep, you read that right). Their passion and drive are what make us the success story that we are today. Want to see for yourself? Check out our careers page

And guess what? We’re growing again! With an exciting wave of new projects coming our way, we’re on the hunt for a Study Lead to join our expanding team.

Could that be you?

The Role: Study Lead

In this role, you’ll be the go-to guru for our clients, helping build long-lasting relationships and turn opportunities into success stories. You’ll be at the heart of top-tier Patient Recruitment & Retention projects, ensuring study materials hit the mark and that every project runs smoothly from start to finish. This includes everything from the development of materials, medical writing, artworking, website and digital campaign development.

Not bad, right?

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Client & Vendor Management: You’ll keep client and vendor meetings running smoothly, address performance hiccups, and ensure communication stays crystal clear.
  

• Project Management: Oversee the day-to-day ins and outs of your projects—keeping trackers up to date, managing files, and ensuring all creative elements (copy, artwork, websites) comply with regulatory standards.
  

• Budget Management: Play a key role in financial forecasting, budgeting, and invoicing. You’ll manage vendor costs, track client billings, and find ways to boost efficiency at every turn.
  

Ready to make waves and be part of a team that’s reshaping the future of patient recruitment and retention? At Innovative Trials, we believe in delivering excellence— and having a blast while doing it.

If you’ve got the passion, we’ve got the position!

Key Skills/Attributes/Education (aka What We’re Looking For):

• A degree (or higher) in a biological science (preferred)
  

• Minimum 2 years management experience in patient recruitment, clinical research and/or health communications
  

• Excellent organisation and communication skills, both written and oral
  

• Ability to multitask, managing a variety of projects simultaneously, and experience working with numerous stakeholders on multi projects
  

• Proficient in using Google Workspace is desirable but not essential