Senior Contracts Manager - FSP

Precision Medicine Group; Carolina (SC); On-site; USD 110,700 - 166,100; Full time

Job summary

Precision Medicine Group is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager in South Carolina to manage legal agreements including clinical study contracts. The role involves negotiating contracts, ensuring alignment with study timelines, and mentoring team members.

Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of experience in contract management and a relevant degree. The estimated compensation is between $110,700 and $166,100 annually.

Qualifications

• Graduate, postgraduate, or 4-year college degree.
• No less than 7 years of relevant experience in contract management.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating Clinical Trial Agreements.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft, and negotiate various legal agreements.
• Ensure deliverables align with defined study timelines.
• Establish processes for site contract management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Postgraduate or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

Review, draft, negotiate and track a variety of legal agreements including confidentiality agreements, master confidentiality agreements, clinical study agreements and amendments. Works closely with Clinical Operations study teams and plays a key role to ensure deliverables are in alignment with defined study timelines. The Senior Contracts Manager will serve as a subject matter expert within the department and company regarding site contract management.

Essential Functions

• Establish process and procedures for overall site contract management in the organization.
• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of agreements including master services agreements, site contracts, consulting agreements, vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other client contracts.
• Escalate and resolve complex issues with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Negotiate site budget.
• Provide guidance to business teams regarding operational implications of contract terms.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and contracting standards.
• Update relevant study team members regarding the status of contract negotiations and execution.
• Establish, track, report and manage site contract metrics.
• Coordinate execution of agreements and track agreement expirations and other obligations.
• Support the maintenance of contract files and databases, including contract archiving.
• Assist in designing and implementing policies and procedures to affect the timely execution of contracts.
• Recognize where processes can be improved and take corrective action.
• Mentor and/or Ambassador for new SCMs and Precision for Medicine staff.
• Other tasks, as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate, postgraduate, 4-year college degree.
• Equivalent experience ideally in a scientific or healthcare discipline.
• Relevant experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating site Clinical Trial Agreements, vendor contracts and site budget negotiations, plus no less than 7 years’ experience.
• Experienced leading interactions with US/European/APAC or other regional institutions.
• Experienced leading interactions with Study Teams and Sponsor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law, scientific fields, business administration or an equivalent field.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience setting up Contracting Plans – Guides for CTA & budget negotiations.
• Experience dealing with Kick-Off Meetings (KOM) and Bid Defense Meetings (BDM).
• Successful handling of relationships with study teams and/or CRAs/Start-up Associates/(S)BSCA to meet study timelines.

Skills & Competencies

• Possesses strong organizational/written communication skills and the ability to multi‑task and prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
• Executes time‑sensitive matters while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exhibits high self‑motivation and is able to work and plan independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism, evidenced by punctuality, fulfillment of commitments, an understanding of service culture and positive interactions with customers and teammates, including good interpersonal skills.
• Displays sound business judgment and a proactive, independent work style.
• Is proficient in MS Office software programs and computer applications.
• Handles sensitive issues with discretion.
• Works well independently and cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a virtual environment.
• Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.

Compensation

Reasonable estimate of the current range: $110,700 USD - $166,100 USD

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics under law.