Site Contracts Lead

ICON Clinical Research Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization is seeking a Site Contracts Lead to oversee site contracts for clinical studies across multiple countries. The role involves contract negotiations, compliance oversight, and mentoring team members. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 3-6 years of relevant experience in clinical research. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, emphasizing well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance

Flexible optional benefits

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in a Clinical Research environment, with direct experience in site contracts management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Ability to mentor and train others, fostering growth and collaboration within the team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site contracting strategies in collaboration with ICON project teams and clients.
• Lead, train, and support Site Contract Negotiators.
• Conduct final quality checks on Clinical Trial Agreements and budgets.

Skills

Clinical Trial Agreements

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Site Contracts Lead - Poland, Bulgaria, Czechia, Ireland, Romania - office or homebased

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.

As a Site Contracts Lead, you will take ownership of site contracts for assigned studies at country, regional, or global level. You’ll play a pivotal role in enabling clinical trials to start on time, run efficiently, and ultimately bring new therapies to patients faster. You will lead and guide contract negotiations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely execution – helping ICON deliver on our promise to clients and patients worldwide.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Strategize: Develop and implement site contracting strategies in collaboration with ICON project teams and clients, ensuring efficient, compliant, and timely contract execution.
• Partner with Teams: Act as the study‑specific point of contact for project teams and client legal/budget teams on contracts and budgets, maintaining open and professional communication.
• Guide and Mentor: Lead, train, and support Site Contract Negotiators in contract and budget development from origination through finalization.
• Drive Efficiency: Identify risks to site contracting timelines, propose practical solutions, and oversee implementation to ensure study milestones are met.
• Quality and Compliance: Conduct final quality checks on Clinical Trial Agreements, budgets, amendments, and ancillary documents, adhering to departmental and client standards.
• Financial Oversight: Monitor and manage the financial aspects of site contracts, including project scope, out‑of‑scope work, and financial units.
• Collaboration and Growth: Work cross‑functionally with internal and external stakeholders, support departmental initiatives, and serve as a mentor to colleagues.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 3-6 years of experience in a Clinical Research environment, with direct experience in site contracts management.
• Strong understanding of Clinical Trial Agreements, budgets, and negotiation processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently.
• Exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, and integrity in all interactions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident in dealing with clients and internal teams.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to mentor and train others, fostering growth and collaboration within the team.
• Agile, solution‑oriented mindset with the ability to resolve conflicts effectively.

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.

• 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.

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 submit a request here.