SENIOR SITE ACTIVATION LEAD

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SAL 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.
At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart.
Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
\n\nOur ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation.
Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity.
We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point.
In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
n\nThat’s our vision.
We’re driven by it.
And we need talented people who share it.
nIf you’re as driven as we are, join us.
You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
n\nAs a Senior Site Activation Lead at ICON, you are accountable for driving and accelerating the activation of investigator sites.
Additionally you will be accountable for the implementation and completion of site activation activities for global, complex projects.
As a Senior Site Activation Lead you will work cross functionally throughout ICON and with ICON sponsors, ensuring a positive customer experience throughout the relationship!\n\nThe role\n• Primary SSU point of contact for designated global projects and programs\n• Accountable for developing successful sponsor relationships, proven through consistently high sponsor satisfaction scores in SSU, contributing to the retention and repeat business.
n• Working cross-functionally to ensure sites and countries optimize accelerated delivery of the project\n• Risk management and mitigation strategies within site activation to ensure timely delivery\n• Ensure stringent oversight of project in terms of timely and quality delivery of key landmarks\n• Accountable for management of sponsor expectations and ensuring compliance with ICON / Sponsor critical metrics; SOPs; and quality standards.
n• Responsible for the study start up budget, including resources; timelines; rates and margins.
n\nWhat you need\n• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in life sciences\n• In depth proven experience within clinical research, specifically in the clinical studies regulatory environment.
n• Excellent Leadership skills, developed with a collaborative approach to driving performance and success\n• Experience in successful management and delivery of study deliverables, ideally with proven experience in the oversight of project management and staff in a multi-country / global environment.
n• Cross functional leadership and influencing skills\n• Strong planning and organization skills within a time pressured environment.
n• Excellent written and verbal communication, fluent in English\n\nBenefits of Working in ICON.
nOur success depends on the quality of our people.
That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
n\nWe offer very competitive salary packages.
And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors.
Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
nWe also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
nBut beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
n\nICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and 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.
nIf, 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 through the form below.
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 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, diversity, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.
Our rich diversity makes us more innovative which helps us better serve our people, patients, customers, and our communities.
We're proud of our diverse workforce and the work we’ve done to become a more inclusive organisation.
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 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.
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