Location
London, UK - Hybrid working arrangement combining remote work with regular office presence and occasional site visits.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary commensurate with experience

About the Role
As a Clinical Operations Specialist (Contracts) at GSK, you will lead the coordination and delivery of specialised operational activities in compliance with ICH GCP, international and local regulations, and GSK standards. You will be a key member of the local clinical study team, contributing to the planning, execution, and delivery of clinical trials within the country. This role offers visible career growth, the opportunity to shape ways of working, and the chance to make a meaningful impact by uniting science, technology, and talent to advance disease prevention and treatment.

Your responsibilities will include managing contracts and legal documents for clinical operations, negotiating investigator and supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with approved templates, and collaborating with legal counsel and procurement. You will oversee the entire contract lifecycle using modern Contract Lifecycle Management tools and lead budget development and negotiation processes to optimize costs and minimize risk.

Additional duties include coordinating information for institutional reports, acting as a subject matter expert on contracting procedures, providing administrative support to local teams, and leveraging AI-enabled tools and digital solutions to improve clinical trial operations efficiency and data quality.

GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing. Join us to contribute to innovative clinical research that positively impacts global health.

Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in clinical operations or related pharmaceutical industry roles. Solid knowledge of ICH-GCP, local regulations, and regulatory processes. Experience with the UK National Contract Value Review (NCVR) process and proficiency with the CPMS platform. Familiarity with HRA model agreements and IPHA contract templates. Strong understanding of the UK clinical trials environment and start-up processes.

About you
Flexible and responsive to change in a dynamic environment. Enthusiastic about AI-enabled tools and digital solutions to enhance efficiency and decision-making in clinical trial operations. Strong communication and relationship management skills. Collaborative and proactive with a focus on risk identification and resolution.

Qualifications
Relevant academic qualifications or equivalent professional experience in clinical operations. Demonstrated ability to manage contracts, budgets, and legal documentation within clinical research. Experience in training, coaching, or mentoring staff on contracting procedures is advantageous.