Sr. Site Contracts Specialist

Sr. Site Contracts Specialist – France

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Sr. Site Contracts Specialist to support the successful delivery of clinical trials through effective contract and budget management. In this role, you will lead and coordinate contract negotiations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely execution across multiple projects and regions. You will collaborate closely with legal, finance, and clinical operations teams while serving as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners. This position offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly impact study timelines and operational efficiency.

Accountabilities

• Lead the preparation, negotiation, and execution of site contracts, budgets, and related documents for clinical trials, including multi-country projects.
• Develop site-specific agreements from templates and manage the full lifecycle of contract review, negotiation, and finalization.
• Ensure quality control, accuracy, and proper documentation, including contract execution and archival in relevant systems.
• Coordinate contract management processes across stakeholders such as legal, clinical operations, finance, investigators, and external partners.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to contracts and processes, escalating issues where necessary and proposing effective solutions.
• Track project milestones and ensure adherence to timelines using designated systems and tools.
• Support business development initiatives and represent site contracts functions in internal and client-facing meetings.
• Mentor junior team members, provide training, and contribute to process improvements and documentation standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• Solid experience in contracts management within a clinical research organization or pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes (Phases II–IV), ICH GCP guidelines, and site start‑up activities.
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage budgets effectively.
• Experience working in fast‑paced environments with multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with contract management systems.

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience managing or mentoring team members.
• Vendor management experience and ability to handle complex stakeholder relationships.
• Experience contributing to SOPs, training materials, and quality assurance initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Flexible work environment with remote or hybrid options.
• Generous paid time off and work‑life balance initiatives.
• Opportunities for career growth, training, and professional development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work culture within a global organization.