[Hiring] Senior Resource Planning Specialist @ICON plc

Role Description

As a Senior Resource Planning Specialist at ICON, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing resource allocation across clinical trials and research projects.

• Your experience in site resourcing and workforce planning will be key in delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring colleagues.
• Key responsibilities include:
• Managing resource planning activities, including the allocation of personnel, equipment, and other resources across multiple clinical projects.
• Collaborating with project managers and department leaders to assess resource needs, forecast demand, and ensure efficient utilization.
• Developing and maintaining resource planning tools and systems to track availability, usage, and future needs.
• Identifying resource bottlenecks, gaps, or inefficiencies and proposing solutions to optimize resource allocation.
• Providing reports and strategic insights to leadership on resource trends, usage, and projections to support informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field.
• Significant experience in resource planning, project management, or operations, preferably within the clinical research or healthcare sector.
• Proficiency in resource management software and tools, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing resource needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and departments.

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.