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Project Manager - General Medicine

ICON senior full-time

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Description

ICON is seeking a Clinical Project Manager - General Medicine to join their diverse and dynamic team within ICON Biotech. As a Senior/Project Manager at ICON, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating project activities within their Biotech General Medicine portfolio, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Developing and managing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Leading cross-functional project teams, coordinating efforts to meet project objectives, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
  • Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing strategies to address challenges and keep projects on track.
  • Engaging with stakeholders to manage expectations, provide updates, and ensure alignment with project goals and organisational objectives.
  • Preparing and presenting project reports, status updates, and performance metrics to senior management and other stakeholders.
  • Driving effective project governance and ensuring adherence to agreed processes, quality standards, and delivery milestones.
  • Managing project scope, change requests, and priorities while balancing client expectations and business objectives.
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project delivery, operational efficiency, and team performance.

Your Profile:

  • Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field is preferred, with significant experience in project management and team leadership.
  • Therapeutic Experience: Dermatology, MASH/Hepatology, GI are primary focus. Cardiovascular may also be considered.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing full studies from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results within scope, time, and budget constraints.
  • Experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, healthcare, or life sciences industry is highly desirable.
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to effectively manage project teams and prioritise tasks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 being advantageous.
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable, with a commitment to achieving project goals and driving continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work effectively across global, cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.

Rewards & 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

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Dermatology
  • MASH/Hepatology
  • GI
  • Cardiovascular
  • PMP
  • PRINCE2

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