ICON plc
Site Contracts Negotiator II
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Site Contracts Negotiator II - Bulgaria or UK - home or office based
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
As a Site Contracts Negotiator II at ICON, you will independently manage the negotiation and execution of clinical trial agreements (CTAs) and budgets with UK investigator sites across a range of clinical studies. You will work closely with sites and internal stakeholders to support efficient, compliant, and timely study start-up.
What You Will Do:
You will contribute to site contract management activities, taking ownership of your deliverables while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Negotiating clinical trial agreements (CTAs) and study budgets with UK investigator sites, ensuring alignment with sponsor requirements and applicable guidelines.
- Building effective relationships with site contracts teams, research offices, and key stakeholders to support successful negotiations.
- Reviewing and adapting contract language to reflect sponsor requirements, local regulations, and site feedback.
- Managing a portfolio of contracts, monitoring negotiation timelines, identifying risks, and proactively addressing barriers to execution.
- Collaborating with Legal, Finance, Clinical Operations, and Project teams to resolve contractual queries and ensure alignment.
- Maintaining accurate records of negotiations, approvals, and executed agreements within relevant systems.
- Supporting continuous improvement of contract templates, processes, and guidance, and sharing knowledge with colleagues where appropriate.
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Your Profile:
You will bring relevant site contracting experience, with a strong understanding of UK clinical trial agreements and budget negotiations.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in law, business, life sciences, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Previous experience negotiating clinical trial agreements and budgets directly with UK investigator sites within a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare environment.
- Good understanding of UK site contracting processes, CTA requirements, and clinical trial budget negotiation principles.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple contracts, priorities, and timelines while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits May Include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply.
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