Job Title: Director, Data Management
Location: Remote (UK)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
We're partnering with an innovative biotechnology organisation to appoint an experienced Director, Data Management to provide strategic leadership and SME oversight across key clinical development programmes.
This is a high-impact leadership position for an experienced Clinical Data Management professional who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional attention to detail and proven experience managing CRO partnerships.
You'll play a critical role in ensuring high-quality data management deliverables, maintaining vendor accountability, supporting regulatory submissions, and leading inspection readiness activities ahead of significant development milestones.
What you'll be doing:
- Provide strategic leadership and Subject Matter Expert oversight across Clinical Data Management activities
- Review study documentation, plans, deliverables, and processes to ensure quality and compliance
- Identify risks, gaps, and process improvements proactively across ongoing programmes
- Manage CRO performance, ensuring accountability for timelines, quality standards, and deliverables
- Oversee database build activities in partnership with external vendors
- Lead inspection readiness planning, preparation, and execution activities
- Support regulatory submissions and health authority interactions
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across Clinical Operations, Biostatistics, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical teams
What we're looking for:
- Extensive Clinical Data Management experience within biotech, pharma, or CRO environments
- Previous Director-level or equivalent leadership experience
- Strong Subject Matter Expertise in Clinical Data Management
- Significant experience overseeing and managing CRO partnerships
- Experience supporting regulatory submissions and inspection readiness activities
- Proven ability to identify risks, resolve issues proactively, and drive high-quality outcomes
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Strong understanding of clinical development processes and regulatory requirements
Why this opportunity?
- Lead Data Management activities for a late-stage Phase III programme approaching regulatory submission
- Play a pivotal role in inspection readiness and strategic regulatory milestones
- Join a growing and innovative biotechnology organisation
- Work closely with senior leadership and key decision-makers
- Fully remote working arrangement with minimal travel requirements
- Competitive salary, bonus, and share option scheme
Interested or know someone who could be a fit? Feel free to reach out directly or apply confidentially!
Director Data Management in Portsmouth employer: Meet Life Sciences
Join a dynamic and innovative pharmaceutical organisation in Egham, Surrey, where you will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to advancing clinical research. We offer a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance, alongside opportunities for professional development and growth within the clinical operations field. Our supportive culture values your contributions and encourages continuous improvement, making it an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
