Senior Clinical Trial Manager — Global Trials Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ICON Strategic Solutions, sponsor‑dedicated CRO model, seeks a Senior Clinical Trial Manager to oversee trial management across programmes. You will lead a team, collaborate with investigators and cross‑functional partners to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Based in Johannesburg, you will ensure trials comply with global regulations, manage timelines and budgets, and drive risk management and vendor selection. Travel ~25% is expected with opportunities across ICON's global network.

Qualifications

• University degree in medicine, science, or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Demonstrated ability to drive the clinical deliverables of a study.
• Subject matter expertise in the designated therapeutic area.
• Prior monitoring experience is preferred.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%.
• Need to be based in Johannesburg.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all aspects of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and implement clinical trial protocols and procedures.
• Build and manage strong relationships with trial investigators and stakeholders.
• Ensure all trials are conducted in compliance with local, national, and international regulations and ethical guidelines.
• Problem-solve and make critical decisions regarding trial design, vendor selection, and risk management.

Skills

Clinical trial management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Vendor management

Travel willingness

Education

University degree in medicine or science

Tools

Monitoring experience

Job description

ICON Strategic Solutions, sponsor‑dedicated CRO model, seeks a Senior Clinical Trial Manager to oversee trial management across programmes. You will lead a team, collaborate with investigators and cross‑functional partners to deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Based in Johannesburg, you will ensure trials comply with global regulations, manage timelines and budgets, and drive risk management and vendor selection. Travel ~25% is expected with opportunities across ICON's global network.