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Agreement Associate

Role overview

Summary

The Agreement Associate role at ICON Strategic Solutions supports the Global Site Agreements team by managing agreement documentation and maintaining accurate records. This position contributes to efficient agreement management throughout the document lifecycle, ensuring compliance and quality in processes.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of one year of relevant work experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably within a clinical research environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a virtual and diverse environment.
  • Experience with quality and compliance review, documentation, and tracking activities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, including basic data analysis and presentation preparation.
  • Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

  • Support the routing, tracking, signature, and filing of documents within the scope of Global Site Agreements.
  • Enter and maintain agreement-related data in applicable systems, including eTMF and ADI.
  • Prepare documentation that supports GSA team members in managing agreements throughout the agreement lifecycle.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance team efficiency.

Key facts

  • Remote from: United States
  • Full time
  • Junior (1-2 years)
  • English

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Collaboration
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Communication
  • Detail Oriented
  • Teamwork

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

Agreement Associate

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.


The Agreement Associate supports the Global Site Agreements team by coordinating agreement documentation, maintaining accurate system records, and contributing to efficient agreement management throughout the document lifecycle. 


Key Responsibilities 

  • Support the routing, tracking, signature, and filing of documents within the scope of Global Site Agreements. 
  • Enter and maintain agreement-related data in applicable systems, including eTMF and ADI. 
  • File supporting correspondence, approvals, and other documentation related to agreements. 
  • Prepare documentation that supports GSA team members in managing agreements throughout the agreement lifecycle. 
  • Assist with the collection, organization, and presentation of GSA team metrics. 
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance team efficiency. 
  • Follow company policies, procedures, and ethical standards, including completion of required training and certifications. 
  • Attend departmental meetings and participate in relevant discussions, as required. 

Education and Experience / Required Qualifications 

  • Minimum of one year of relevant work experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably within a clinical research environment.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a virtual and diverse environment. 
  • Experience with quality and compliance review, documentation, and tracking activities.
  • Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
  • Ability to collaborate as part of a team while also working independently and managing assigned responsibilities. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, including basic data analysis and presentation preparation.
  • Experience using artificial intelligence (AI) tools or a demonstrated willingness to learn and incorporate AI-enabled technologies into daily work.

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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