At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead risk oversight for clinical studies, ensuring patient safety and data quality.
- Company: Join ICON, a global leader in healthcare intelligence and clinical research.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health coverage, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Work remotely from anywhere in the UK with a focus on inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by managing risks in clinical trials.
- Qualifications: Experience in clinical trial operations and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients, and suppliers.
The Role
As a Risk‑Based Study Management Lead, you will provide end‑to‑end risk oversight for assigned clinical studies, ensuring risks to patient safety, data quality, and trial integrity are proactively identified, discussed, and managed throughout the study lifecycle. You will work in close partnership with the Clinical Research Manager (CRM) and broader study team, facilitating risk‑focused discussions and driving clear, practical mitigation strategies. This role can be based anywhere in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and maintain study‑level risk assessments for assigned sponsor studies
- Facilitate and chair cross‑functional risk review meetings, ensuring focus on critical data and processes
- Drive proactive identification, discussion, and documentation of study risks
- Partner closely with the CRM and study team to ensure aligned oversight and follow‑through on mitigation actions
- Review centralized monitoring outputs, KRIs, KPIs, and trends to detect emerging or systemic risks
- Support issue escalation, root cause analysis, and risk mitigation planning
- Ensure risk‑based activities align with set principles and sponsor expectations
- Contribute to inspection readiness through clear documentation and defensible oversight decisions
What You Bring
- Experience in clinical trial operations, study management, monitoring, or centralized oversight
- Solid understanding of risk‑based monitoring and study management principles
- Knowledge of ICH‑GCP, regulatory standards, and quality frameworks
- Strong facilitation skills with confidence leading cross‑functional discussions
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, trends and signals
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively with sponsor and ICON team
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
RBSM - Lead employer: IRE
ICON is an exceptional employer that prioritises integrity, collaboration, and inclusion, making it a fantastic place for professionals in the healthcare intelligence and clinical research sector. As a Senior Clinical System Designer, you will benefit from a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellbeing programmes, and ample opportunities for learning and career development, all within a supportive and innovative work culture. With a commitment to employee growth and a focus on driving meaningful change in clinical trials, ICON offers a rewarding environment for those looking to make a significant impact.
