Contract Analyst I

ICON Clinical Research; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible optional benefits

Job summary

ICON Clinical Research is looking for a Contract Analyst I to manage client contracting procedures in Dublin, Ireland. The role involves coordinating contracts and change orders, reviewing project documents, and maintaining relationships with clients. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in relevant fields and have strong analytical and communication skills.

ICON offers a hybrid office model and a competitive salary along with numerous benefits focusing on well-being and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in contract analysis, finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent command of English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and develop contracts and change orders for projects.
• Balance and maintain client relationships.
• Review client/project documents and budgets prior to submission.
• Ensure clear communication with project team and client.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Contract Analyst I - Office with Flex in Dublin, Ireland

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.

We are currently seeking a Contract Analyst I to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Contract Analyst I at ICON, your role is to manage client contracting from Work Orders, Change Orders and Close Outs.

This position is Office Hybrid in Dublin 18 (Leopardstown), Ireland.

What you will be doing:

Contract/Change Order Development:

• Coordinate and develop contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on‑going projects at ICON.
• Balance and maintain client relationships.
• Review client/project documents and budgets prior to submission to their respective Contract Manager for final QC review.
• Ensure clear and direct communication when corresponding with the project team and client on the status of the contract and/or change order.
• Solicit input and review of contracts and change orders from the relevant operational departments.
• Provide the relevant information required for negotiations and discussions with clients regarding cost proposals/change orders/contracts to the Contract Manager, the respective Sales personnel, and project teams.
• Understand legal language contained in a MSA, Start‑up Agreements, and standalone contracts.
• Develop cash neutral payment schedules as required.
• Update Salesforce in a timely and consistent manner with concise, accurate information on status of the contract or change order.
• Develop and maintain client/project files and tracking tools.
• Assist with client related meetings required related to contracts and change orders.

Quality:

• Review client/project documents and budgets prior to submission to their respective Contract Manager for final QC review.

Communication:

• Ensure clear and direct communication when corresponding (verbally or written) with the project team and client on the status of the contract and/or change order.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Prior experience in contract analysis, finance, or a related field preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent command of English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

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 (https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations)

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.