[Hiring] Senior Contract Manager @Precision Medicine Group

Role Description

Review, draft, negotiate and track a variety of legal agreements including confidentiality agreements, master confidentiality agreements, clinical study agreements and amendments. Works closely with Clinical Operations study teams and plays a key role to ensure deliverables are in alignment with defined study timelines. The Senior Contracts Manager will serve as a subject matter expert within the department and company regarding site contract management.

• Establish process and procedures for overall site contract management in the organization.
• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of agreements including master services agreements, site contracts, consulting agreements, vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other client contracts.
• Escalate and resolve complex issues with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Negotiate site budget.
• Provide guidance to business teams regarding operational implications of contract terms.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and contracting standards.
• Update relevant study team members regarding the status of contract negotiations and execution.
• Establish, track, report and manage site contract metrics.
• Coordinate execution of agreements and track agreement expirations and other obligations.
• Support the maintenance of contract files and databases, including contract archiving.
• Assist in designing and implementing policies and procedures to affect the timely execution of contracts.
• Recognize where processes can be improved and take corrective action.
• Mentor and/or Ambassador for new SCMs and Precision for Medicine staff.
• Other tasks, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Required:
• Graduate, postgraduate, 4-year college degree.
• Equivalent experience ideally in a scientific or healthcare discipline.
• Relevant experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating site Clinical Trial Agreements, vendor contracts and site Budget negotiations, but no less than 7 years’ experience.
• Experienced leading interactions with US/European/APAC or other regions institutions.
• Experienced leading interactions with Study Teams and Sponsor.
• Preferred:
• Bachelors in law, scientific fields, business administration or equivalent degree.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experienced on setting up Contracting Plans - Guides for CTA & Budget negotiations.
• Experienced dealing with Kick-Off Meetings (KOM) and Bid Defense Meetings (BDM).
• Successful handling relationship study team and/or with CRAs/Start-up Associate/(S)BSCA to meet study timelines.

Requirements

• Possesses strong organizational/written communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Executes time-sensitive matters while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Exhibits high self-motivation and is able to work and plan independently as well as in a team environment.
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism, as evidenced by punctuality, ability to deliver on commitments, an understanding of the service culture and positive interactions with customers and teammates, including good interpersonal skills.
• Displays sound business judgment and a proactive, independent work style.
• Is proficient in MS Office software programs and computer applications.
• Handles sensitive issues with discretion.
• Works well independently and cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a virtual environment.
• Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with others inside or outside of the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Health insurance.
• Retirement savings benefits.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off for sick leave and vacation.

Company Description

Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.