Senior director, data management - united kingdom, united kingdom

at icon, it s our people that set us apart. our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients lives.

our own it culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: accountability & delivery, collaboration, partnership and integrity. we want to be the clinical research organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. in short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

that s our vision. we re driven by it. and we need talented people who share it.

if you re as driven as we are, join us. you ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you ll be helping shape an industry.

job description summary:

to effectively direct the activities of the data management department, projects, and staff in a manner that ensures all functions, projects, and tasks are handled with the highest quality, on time and within budget.

to direct the day-to-day management of the data management department in a manner consistent with sop s, regulations and icon policies.

to ensure that the company objectives are met in the areas of customer satisfaction, quality, finance, resources and timelines.

interact with other functions within the organization to ensure that the functions within the data management operate efficiently and meet applicable regulatory requirements.

provide global business development support for data management.

job description:

• recognize, exemplify and adhere to icon's values which centers around our commitment to people, clients and performance.

• as a manager, the employee is expected to recognize the importance of and create a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.

• travel (approximately 20%) domestic and/or international

• direct the day to day activities and task management to ensure a focus on quality, budget and timelines.

• direct the effective management, development and appraisal of staff within data management.

• ensure all necessary training is provided to staff to improve their job performance and knowledge. ensure that the appropriate documentation of training is maintained.

• overview the planning, acquisition and implementation of systems to meet the biometric needs of the organization. in performing these tasks, particular emphasis is placed on the selection of cost effective technologies to meet corporate and industry requirements and goals.

• review and assess existing data management sops. develop and review new data management sops.

• while adhering to icon sops and appropriate regulations, ensure that the management of all projects in timely.

• review and monitor the preparation of the overall department budgets, by evaluating cost control, timelines and project quality status.

• provide direction to managers to ensure continual review of the project contracts is regularly done to ensure that out of scope work is identified, documented, communicated to the appropriate persons and managed promptly and efficiently.

• liaise with sponsors on project related matters where appropriate.

• keep senior management informed of departmental and project status in relation to resources, financial information, quality and timelines.

• liaise with other department s directors, managers and staff to improve the effectiveness of the organization.

• maintain confidentiality of management information.

• participate in business development activities including review of rfi, rfp, bid presentations, general capabilities, and bid defense meetings.

• liaise with global counterparts to ensure consistency across icon data management offices.

benefits of working in icon:

our success depends on the quality of our people. that s why we ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

we offer very competitive salary packages. and to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.

we also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.

but beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

icon is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

if, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.

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