Clinical Trial Manager

Clinical Trial Manager

Location: Remote, UK

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

BioTalent is supporting a growing CRO in the search for a Clinical Trial Manager to join its Clinical Operations team.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a diverse portfolio of clinical studies across traditional, hybrid and decentralised trial models, working closely with sponsors, investigators and cross-functional teams to ensure successful study delivery.

The successful candidate will take ownership of study management activities from start-up through to close-out, acting as a key operational lead and ensuring studies are delivered on time, within budget and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of Phase I-IV clinical trials from study start-up through to close-out
• Act as the primary point of contact for sponsors and key study stakeholders
• Develop and maintain study timelines, project plans and risk management strategies
• Oversee study progress, milestones and deliverables to ensure successful execution
• Manage study budgets, forecasts and resource allocation
• Coordinate cross-functional study teams, including CRAs, regulatory, data management and vendor partners
• Oversee site performance, enrolment, recruitment and retention activities
• Identify study risks and implement mitigation plans to minimise delays and operational challenges
• Ensure studies are conducted in accordance with protocol, ICH-GCP, SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements
• Review and approve key study documentation, reports and trial deliverables
• Support investigator meetings, sponsor meetings and study governance activities
• Maintain effective communication with internal teams, vendors and external stakeholders
• Contribute to process improvements and operational excellence initiatives

Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience working as a Clinical Trial Manager within a CRO, biotech or pharmaceutical environment
• Experience managing Phase I-III clinical trials, with exposure to Phase IV studies preferred
• Good understanding of decentralised (DCT) and hybrid clinical trial delivery models
• Experience working within global study teams across multiple regions
• Previous experience working within a CRO and/or clinical research vendor environment
• Strong knowledge of ICH-GCP and applicable clinical trial regulations
• Experience managing multiple studies simultaneously
• Strong project management, planning and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience managing external vendors and study partners
• Ability to work independently within a remote environment
• Full right to work in the UK

Candidate Profile

We're looking for a proactive and organised Clinical Trial Manager who enjoys taking ownership of studies and building strong relationships with sponsors, sites and internal stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, leading cross-functional teams and driving study delivery from start-up through to close-out. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation and contribute to the successful delivery of innovative clinical research programmes.