[Hiring] Study Start Up Associate II @ICON plc

Role Description

As a Site Contracts Negotiator in SSU at ICON, you will independently manage the negotiation and execution of clinical trial agreements and budgets for a range of studies. You will work closely with sites and internal stakeholders to support efficient and compliant study start-up.

What You Will Do:

• Contribute to contract management activities, taking responsibility for your deliverables and working collaboratively.
• 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, monitoring cycle times, and proactively addressing barriers to execution.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and project teams to resolve contractual questions and ensure alignment.
• Maintain accurate records of negotiations, approvals, and executed agreements in relevant systems.
• Support continuous improvement in contract templates, processes, and guidance, and mentor junior colleagues where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English
• Bachelor's degree in law, business, life sciences, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience in site contracting, contracts administration, or similar roles within CRO, pharma, or healthcare.
• Good understanding of clinical trial agreements and budget negotiation principles.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and timelines, with attention to detail and quality.
• Proactive, solution-focused mindset with a collaborative approach to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Benefits

• 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.

Company Description

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.