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Senior Contract Analyst

Role overview

Summary

This role is for a Senior Contract Analyst at ICON Strategic Solutions, focusing on the management of clinical trial agreements. You will lead efforts to ensure compliance and support project teams, contributing to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, communications, or a related discipline.
  • Previous experience in contract administration, negotiation, or related roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research industry.
  • Strong understanding of contract law, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
  • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex contractual provisions.
  • Fluency in local languages and strong understanding of local contracting requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review, draft, and negotiate contracts for clinical research projects.
  • Conduct thorough analysis of contract terms, conditions, and obligations to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Provide guidance and support to project teams on contract interpretation and compliance issues.
  • Maintain accurate and organized contract records, tracking key milestones and deadlines.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Negotiation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management

About the company

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ICON plc

  • Clinical Research (CRO)
  • XLarge
  • 10,001+
Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an unyielding focus on quality at all times. We offer a full range of consulting, development and commercialisation services from a global network of offices in 53 countries. We focus our innovation on the factors that are critical to our clients – reducing time to market, reducing cost, and increasing quality – and our global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas.

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Job description

Clinical Contract Management

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.


We are partnering with our client to identify an experienced professional in Clinical Contracts to join their team as a Senior Contract Analyst at ICON. In this role, you will lead the management of clinical trial agreements, ensure contractual and regulatory compliance, and play a key part in bringing innovative therapies to patients.


The successful candidate will be a subject matter expert in clinical contracts management, with proven experience operating across Belgium and the Netherlands. Fluency in the local languages is essential, alongside a strong understanding of local contracting requirements and stakeholder management within the clinical research industry.

What You Will Do:


Your experience in contract management will be key in delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:


  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review, draft, and negotiate contracts for clinical research projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Conduct thorough analysis of contract terms, conditions, and obligations to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
  • Provide guidance and support to project teams on contract interpretation, compliance issues, and contractual rights and obligations.
  • Maintain accurate and organized contract records, tracking key milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of contract management processes, procedures, and best practices to optimize efficiency and mitigate risks.

Your Profile:


You will have a strong foundation in contract management, with the experience to work independently and guide others.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, communications, or a related discipline
  • Previous experience in contract administration, negotiation, or related roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research industry.
  • Strong understanding of contract law, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
  • Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex contractual provisions and identify potential issues or opportunities.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities 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.


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