Title:Clinical Trial Excellence ManagerCompany:Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation. Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. For more information, visit us at and follow our latest news on LinkedInand Instagram.Job Description:Job Title: Clinical Trial Excellence ManagerWHAT - Summary & Purpose of the PositionThe Clinical Trial Excellence Manager, Clinical Development Operations (CDO) plays a key role in enabling the effective, efficient, and data‑driven operation of the global CDO organization. Reporting into the Strategy & Operations function, this role provides end‑to‑end support across resourcing, financial planning and performance metrics. The Clinical Trial Excellence Manager, under direction from the CDO Strategy and Operations Lead, will coordinate initiatives to improve transparency and predictability of resourcing, including supporting CDO algorithms, models, and planning tools enabling portfolio and capacity decisions.In parallel, the role provides financial and budgetary support to the CDO organization, taking direction from the CDO Operational Lead and working with functions to build, track, and manage operational budgets (e.g., Travel & Expenses, Training). Providing ready summaries for the CDO Operational Lead to then interface with Finance. The Clinical Trial Excellence Manager also supports insight generation by integrating portfolio, resourcing, financial, and performance data into clear, actionable analyses for senior stakeholders. CDO Resourcing SupportOperationalise strategic direction and frameworks to establish and maintain global CDO processes, and controls for CDO resource forecasting, supply planning, allocation, and actuals tracking partnering with R&D Capacity. Support coordination of cross‑functional initiatives to improve resource planning maturity, data quality, and decision‑making e.g., CDO Finance SupportOperationalise strategic direction to support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of operational budgets across CDO, including but not limited to T&E and Training.Work with the Strategy and Operations Lead to create summaries that can then be discussed with Finance, representing CDO requirements during planning, forecasting, and review cycles.Support the tracking of actuals and variances to CDO generated budgeting plans, helping to generate insights for leadership.Contribute to continuous improvement of financial planning and governance processes within CDO.Data Gathering, Analysis, and Insight GenerationWork with the Strategy and Operations Lead to:Collect, integrate, and analyse portfolio, resourcing, financial, and operational data to contextualise CDO capacity and funding needs.Develop clear, concise, and decision‑focused analyses and materials for senior stakeholders.Use performance data to support transparency, continuous improvement, and leadership understanding of CDO performance.Prepare dashboards and periodic performance reports for CDO leadership and governance bodies.Strategy & Operations Team SupportSupport the smooth operation of the Strategy & Operations team, including planning and coordination of leadership team meetings.Prepare pre-reads, materials, and analyses for Strategy & Ops leadership discussions.HOW - Behavioural Competencies RequiredCompetencyCompetency Behavioural Markers Explanation of Choice Excellence in Execution• Approaches priority setting through the lens of execution• Establishes clarity on goals, accountabilities, timelines, and next steps• Focused and performance‑driven with clear KPIs• Plans and aligns effectively (steps, resources, timelines)• Displays commitment to best‑practice sharing• Promotes single points of accountabilityThe role oversees brand planning, commercial process coordination, major operational programs, and a $30M+ budget—requiring disciplined execution, structured planning, operational rigor, and reliable delivery across all business units.Collaborates• Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives• Communicates and collaborates without boundaries• Removes organizational barriers and supports continuous improvement• Integrates learnings and demonstrates strong entrepreneurial mindsetSuccess depends on deep partnership with Oncology, Neuro, Rare, V&A, Operations, IC, Finance, Communications, and Leadership to ensure aligned planning cycles, coordinated field operations, and a unified approach to commercial execution.Business Insights• Makes decisions based on data, facts, and figures• Considers different perspectives and the patients’ voice• Translates insights into objectives and setting the barThe role leads budget oversight, financial analysis, variance monitoring, operational decision support, and cross‑BU planning—requiring strong analytical capability and the ability to turn data into clear, actionable operational and financial direction.HOW - Knowledge & ExperienceKnowledge & Experience (essential):5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical operations or similar operational experienceWorking knowledge of strategic and organizational planningA can-do attitude, problem-solving orientation and a constant Customer Service Focus are a must for this positionStrong organization, time management and project coordination skills: Capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously - in an efficient way especially when working both on multiple instant user requests, and long-term projects.Strong computer literacy, proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint)Sound financial acumen is requiredWorking understanding of ICH-GCP and other applicable worldwide regulations such as GDPR and HIPPA that govern clinical research.A bachelor’s degree (University/college degree)Education / Certifications (preferred):Language(s) (essential): English#LI-MM1 #LI-hybridWe are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. Cambridge One MainType: Full time
Clinical Trial Manager (Oncology) in London employer: Ipsen
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