Site Contracts Negotiator – Study Start Up

ICON plc

. Independently manage the negotiation and execution of clinical trial agreements and budgets across a range of studies .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United Kingdom, Spain, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Portugal, Poland, IrelandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in negotiating and executing clinical trial agreements and budgets, with a strong focus on collaboration with legal and finance teams. Proficient in managing multiple contracts while ensuring compliance with local laws and sponsor requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Clinical Trial AgreementsContract NegotiationBudget ManagementFluency In English And One Additional LanguageExperience In Site Contracting

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Hard Skills

Contract AdministrationNegotiation PrinciplesAttention To DetailProcess ImprovementPortfolio Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganisational SkillsProactive Problem-SolvingCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Contract Management Systems

Industry Keywords

CROPharmaceuticalHealthcareInvestigator SitesLocal Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage the negotiation and execution of clinical trial agreements and budgets across a range of studies
Take ownership of assigned contract and budget negotiations
Negotiate site contracts and budgets with investigator sites within defined parameters and playbooks
Review and adapt contract language to reflect sponsor requirements, local laws, and site feedback
Manage a portfolio of contracts, monitor cycle times, and proactively address barriers to execution
Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and project teams to resolve contractual matters and support alignment
Maintain accurate records of negotiations, approvals, and executed agreements in relevant systems
Contribute to continuous improvement of contract templates, processes, and guidance
Support junior colleagues where appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fluent in English and at least one of the following languages: French, German, Italian, or Spanish
Bachelor’s degree in law, business, life sciences, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
Relevant experience in site contracting, contract administration, or a similar role within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or healthcare environment
Good understanding of clinical trial agreements and budget negotiation principles
Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple contracts and timelines while maintaining attention to detail and quality
Proactive, solution-focused approach and ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders
Experience negotiating with investigator sites in India would be an advantage
Legal right to work in the country where the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks

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