Description
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
As Vice President, General Partner - Biotech Portfolio, you will serve as the senior executive accountable for strategic sponsor partnerships across ICON Biotech’s portfolio. You will build and strengthen key sponsor relationships, guide consultative R&D strategy and program design, and partner with global leaders to proactively identify and resolve barriers to successful delivery.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the executive owner for assigned sponsor relationships, building trusted partnerships and maintaining a clear understanding of sponsor priorities, development goals, and portfolio needs.
- Provide strategic and operational leadership across full drug development programs, evaluating complex initiatives and driving decisions that support successful delivery.
- Partner with global business and functional leaders to align strategy, establish accountability, and ensure consistent, seamless operations across regions and service lines.
- Provide strategic input into proposals, program designs, and innovative delivery approaches in collaboration with sponsors and ICON Biotech teams.
- Represent ICON in executive governance meetings, partnership reviews, and bid defenses, providing clear operational and strategic perspective.
- Proactively identify portfolio risks, delivery barriers, and opportunities for improvement; mobilize the appropriate leaders and teams to drive timely resolution.
- Lead, influence, and develop senior colleagues and cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and deliver clear, concise executive communications that support informed decision-making and strengthen sponsor confidence.
Your Profile
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, in a relevant scientific discipline; an advanced degree is strongly preferred.
- Significant senior leadership experience within biotech R&D, a large contract research organization, or a major life sciences consulting firm.
- At least 10 years of management experience in clinical development operations or clinical project management, with a focus on biotechnology.
- A proven record of leading successfully within a large CRO or biotech organization, including developing people and enabling consistent global execution.
- Broad knowledge of clinical operations functions, including project management, clinical monitoring, data management, regulatory affairs, and medical writing.
- Strong understanding of the drug development lifecycle and applicable FDA regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and ICH guidelines.
- Executive-level influencing, negotiation, and relationship-management skills, with the ability to build consensus across diverse functions and regions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear recommendations and influence decisions.
- Live in Beijing, China; other locations in China may be considered
- Ability to travel up to 40%
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