Site Contracts Associate, IQVIA Biotech - UK based

Site Contracts Associate

IQVIA Biotech

UK - Hybrid in Reading or Paddington

IQVIA Biotech partners exclusively with biotech and emerging biopharma companies to support clinical development across all phases and therapeutic areas. agile structure, collaborative culture, and deep therapeutic expertise allow us to deliver tailored solutions that help bring innovative treatments to patients faster.

📌 Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Contracts Associate to manage contract strategy for selected sponsors. In this role, you will support complex studies and multi‑protocol programs, ensuring high-quality delivery and operational excellence.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate clinical trial contracts with research sites, ensuring agreements are completed on time and meet quality and compliance requirements.
• Manage contract changes and additional agreements while balancing business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Support contract planning and study start-up activities for assigned sponsors, studies, and programs.
• Help develop investigator grants, site budgets, contracting plans, and proposal documents.
• Prepare and negotiate contract terms, payment schedules, and budget templates based on project and sponsor needs.
• Work closely with sponsors, stakeholders, and regional study start-up teams to achieve project goals and timelines.
• Provide contract-related guidance and support to study teams on operational and financial matters.
• Gather and share contract and market information to support study planning and decision-making.
• Monitor contract activities to ensure timelines, milestones, and financial goals are met.

🎓 Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience in clinical research contract management or a similar role.
• Familiarity with clinical trial processes regulatory requirements and contract lifecycle management.
• Strong analytical organizational and communication skills.

🌟 What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on global, high‑complexity clinical programs.
• A collaborative, supportive, and growth‑oriented environment.
• The chance to influence key clients and shape contracting strategy at scale.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.

If you’re passionate about driving excellence in clinical trial contracting and want to make an impact across global programs, we encourage you to apply!

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.