Manager, Clinical Risk Management

About the role

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

What You Will Do:

• Leading the identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks associated with clinical trials, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Engaging with cross-functional teams to develop and refine risk management plans, integrating best practices into clinical trial designs.
• Monitoring and analyzing risk metrics to identify trends and propose actionable improvements to clinical operations.
• Providing training to staff on risk management principles, fostering a culture of awareness and proactive risk handling.
• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration on risk management initiatives.

Your Profile:

• Solid scientific operations experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field
• Extensive experience in clinical risk management or related roles, with a thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and tools, with a focus on strategic risk identification and mitigation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders and promote a culture of risk awareness.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)

What ICON can offer you:

• Variety of annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others