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Clinical Site Contracts Specialist

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Hiring Remotely in Swansea, Wales
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Hiring Remotely in Swansea, Wales
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Manages clinical trial and ancillary contract activities, including reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing agreements with sites, vendors, clients, and investigators. Assesses contractual, legal, budget, and regulatory risks; analyzes investigator fees against fair market value; supports site budget negotiations; and manages contract amendments. The role collaborates with global teams and ensures compliance with company policies and clinical research requirements.
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Contract Analyst II Home based UK

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise.


As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.


As a Contract Specialist at ICON, you will design and analyse clinical trials, interpreting complex medical data, and contribute to the advancement of innovative treatments and therapies.

What You Will Do:


You will take responsibility for contract management deliverables, applying your skills to ensure quality and efficiency.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Reviewing and analyzing contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to clinical trial activities and vendor relationships.
  • Negotiating contract terms and conditions with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Prepare, negotiate, and finalize clinical trial agreements and ancillary agreements for company sponsored and/or investigator-initiated studies through direct negotiation withclinical trial sites or via oversite of a Clinical Research Organization responsible for contractnegotiations.
  • Work with global teams to review and analyze contractual terms and conditions. Assess legal and budget risks in conjunction with team support functions.
  • Analyze investigator fees in relation to fair market value pricing and ensure alignment with regional standards and the J&J pricing guidelines.
  • Provide support for negotiations in confidentiality agreements, informed consent forms and other ancillary contract documents as required.
  • Participate in discussions related to the development of site/investigator budgetsaligned with fair market value.
  • Manage the contract amendment lifecycle.

Your Profile:

You will bring relevant contract management experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.
Required qualifications and experience:


  • Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, communications, or a related discipline
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in contract administration, contract management, or a related field, in the pharmaceutical or clinical research industry.
  • Strong understanding of contract law, legal terminology, and regulatory requirements related to clinical trials and vendor agreements.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex contractual issues and propose effective solutions.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

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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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