At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and coordinate early-phase clinical studies in a fast-paced biotech environment.
- Company: Innovative biotech company focused on developing next-generation precision medicines.
- Benefits: Collaborative culture, opportunity to work with industry leaders, and career growth potential.
- Other info: Fast-moving environment with opportunities for professional development and operational support.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team making a real impact on serious diseases through cutting-edge research.
- Qualifications: Experience in early-phase biotech and strong project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
About the Company
We are working with an innovative clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation precision medicines for serious diseases with significant unmet need. Leveraging advanced platform technologies and a highly collaborative scientific approach, the company is advancing a growing pipeline of early clinical and translational programmes. Following recent progression into clinical development, the organisation is entering an exciting phase of growth and is expanding its operational capabilities to support ongoing and future clinical studies globally. The company offers a fast-paced, collaborative, and science-driven environment with the opportunity to work across cutting-edge therapeutic programmes alongside experienced industry leaders.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Clinical Project Manager to support the delivery of early-phase clinical programmes across a growing pipeline. This individual will play a central role in the operational management and cross-functional coordination of Phase 1/2 clinical studies, working closely with internal teams, CROs, vendors, and external partners to ensure high-quality and timely execution of clinical development activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong operational oversight experience within biotech or CRO environments, alongside the ability to operate effectively within a lean and fast-moving organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Clinical Trial Delivery & Oversight
- Support the planning, execution, and oversight of Phase 1/2 clinical studies across multiple programmes
- Manage day-to-day operational activities in collaboration with CROs, vendors, and study teams
- Track study timelines, milestones, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful study execution
- Support oversight of site activation, patient recruitment, study conduct, and close-out activities
- Ensure studies are conducted in compliance with protocol, GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
- CRO & Vendor Management
- Act as a key operational contact for CROs and external vendors
- Monitor vendor performance, timelines, quality metrics, and study deliverables
- Support issue escalation, risk mitigation, and resolution of operational challenges
- Facilitate effective communication and coordination across external partners
- Cross-Functional Project Coordination
- Coordinate activities across Clinical Operations, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Translational Medicine, Biomarkers, Data Management, Biostatistics, Safety, and CMC teams
- Support preparation and maintenance of study plans, governance materials, and project trackers
- Facilitate study team meetings and ensure clear documentation of actions and decisions
- Maintain visibility across programme timelines, dependencies, and critical path activities
- Reporting & Governance
- Prepare operational updates, study status reports, and risk assessments for internal leadership
- Support inspection readiness and maintenance of audit-ready documentation
- Contribute to development and continuous improvement of operational processes and systems
- Ensure accurate maintenance of trial management documentation and study records
- Strategic & Operational Support
- Contribute to building scalable clinical operations infrastructure within a growing biotech environment
- Support study start-up planning for future pipeline programmes
- Assist with feasibility assessments, study planning, and operational strategy discussions
Must Haves:
- Early-phase biotech experience
- Experience supporting global or multi-regional clinical studies
- Proven experience managing or coordinating clinical trials within biotech, pharma, or CRO environments
- Strong understanding of Phase 1/2 clinical trial operations
- Experience overseeing CROs and external vendors
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional workstreams
- Excellent organisational, communication, and project management skills
- Experience operating within fast-paced or resource-constrained environments
- Strong understanding of GCP and clinical development processes
Skills & Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and execution focus
- Proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
- Comfortable operating across scientific and operational teams
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to prioritise effectively within a dynamic environment
- Collaborative and team-oriented approach
Clinical Project Manager in City of London employer: Hlx Life Sciences
This innovative clinical-stage biotechnology company is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where employees can contribute to groundbreaking precision medicines. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides opportunities to work alongside industry leaders on cutting-edge therapeutic programmes, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in advancing life-changing clinical studies. Located in a fast-paced setting, the organisation fosters a culture of teamwork and scientific excellence, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the biotech field.
