Clinical Operations Executive Director, EMEA Cluster

Novartis

. Lead Study & Site Operations strategy to achieve clinical trial delivery, quality, and business objectives .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomLead💰 £104,790 - £194,610 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading clinical trial planning, execution, and monitoring within a global research environment, with a strong focus on compliance with Good Clinical Practice and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to build and develop high-performing teams while managing resources and driving operational performance.

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Clinical Trial PlanningGood Clinical PracticeRegulatory ComplianceStrategic LeadershipStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial ExecutionClinical Drug DevelopmentTrial MonitoringEnrolment ManagementBudget Management

Soft Skills

Team DevelopmentCoachingInfluencing Skills

Industry Keywords

International Council for Harmonisation GuidelinesPhase I to IV StudiesOperational PerformancePatient EngagementSuccession Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Study & Site Operations strategy to achieve clinical trial delivery, quality, and business objectives
Drive innovative approaches to trial planning, execution, and patient engagement across the cluster
Oversee allocation, start-up, recruitment, and delivery of Phase I to IV clinical studies
Ensure delivery against enrolment, timeline, budget, and quality commitments across assigned trials
Champion compliance with global regulations, ethical standards, and Novartis operating procedures
Build, develop, and retain high-performing leaders while driving succession and talent strategies
Manage cluster resources, budgets, and productivity initiatives to maximise operational performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline
Extensive experience leading clinical trial planning, execution, and monitoring activities within a global clinical research environment
Demonstrated success leading, developing, and coaching managers and high-performing teams across complex organisations
Deep understanding of clinical drug development and end-to-end trial execution
Expert knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, International Council for Harmonisation guidelines, and regulatory requirements
Strong strategic leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills across complex organisations
London-based candidates must reside within 50 miles of the office, or be UK-based and live more than 50 miles from the office for the remote arrangement
Must be accessible to London; Novartis is unable to offer relocation support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus eligibility
Insurance plans
Retirement plans
Wellbeing resources
Global recognition programs
Flexible and hybrid working options, where possible
Minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave
Long-term equity awards may be part of the package
Company vehicle or car allowance, subject to applicable local policies and guidelines