Director, Site Contracts

Manages the preparation, negotiation and finalization of “Investigator Contracts” templates, process and negotiation parameters (including, contractual terms and conditions, and ancillary documents), and oversight of associated investigator grant budget(s), associate payment schedule terms and conditions with an assigned workload of clients.Negotiates within approved parameters both investigator grant budget negotiation parameters, contractual terms and conditions in accordance with PPD contractual considerations, client contractual considerations, established process with clients and follows established escalation routes. Liaises and establishes effective relationships with clients and internal PPD functional teams, as directed by Associate Directors/Directors.Ensures quality, objectivity and risk analysis in the efficient delivery of Investigator Contract templates, process and negotiation parameters.Manages the preparation, negotiation and finalization of “Investigator Contracts” templates, process and negotiation parameters (including, contractual terms and conditions, and ancillary documents), and oversight of associated investigator grant budget(s), associate payment schedule terms and conditions with an assigned workload of clients.Negotiates within approved parameters both investigator grant budget negotiation parameters, contractual terms and conditions in accordance with PPD contractual considerations, client contractual considerations, established process with clients and follows established escalation routes. Liaises and establishes effective relationships with clients and internal PPD functional teams, as directed by Associate Directors/Directors.Ensures quality, objectivity and risk analysis in the efficient delivery of Investigator Contract templates, process and negotiation parameters.Minimum Required Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree10 years of related experience in area of supervision and 5 years of management responsibilityRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrates depth of knowledge/ experience of investigator contracting across multiple geographical regionsSignificant prior experience in managing/leading teams including direct line management responsibilitiesStrategic thinking, planning and organization skills.Ability to analyze data, anticipate and mitigate risk, exercise sound judgment, problem solving and decision-making working under pressure and at times with limited desired information.Uses personal influence and persuasion to effectively promote ideas and proposals to shape stakeholder opinionsDemonstrates the ability to develop and cultivate strong internal/external networks of contacts and resources to help ensure contract executionIs an ambassador for change, influences and motivates, demonstrates solid interpersonal and conflict resolution skillsEffective negotiation and problem solving skills.Demonstrates credible leadership style, with concise, well organized oral and written communication skills and proven ability to mobilize and foster team productivity.Ability to motivate managers and teams to define and reach team objectives.Strong financial acumenWorking ConditionsWork is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Occasional drives to site locations, frequent travels both domestic and international. Physical DemandsFrequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Moderate mobility required. Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs. Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.Ability to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups both internally and externally. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues. Requires multiple periods of intense concentration.Performs a wide range of complex tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task. Regular and consistent attendance.Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability or protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and/or local law.Minimum Required Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree10 years of related experience in area of supervision and 5 years of management responsibilityRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Demonstrates depth of knowledge/ experience of investigator contracting across multiple geographical regionsSignificant prior experience in managing/leading teams including direct line management responsibilitiesStrategic thinking, planning and organization skills.Ability to analyze data, anticipate and mitigate risk, exercise sound judgment, problem solving and decision-making working under pressure and at times with limited desired information.Uses personal influence and persuasion to effectively promote ideas and proposals to shape stakeholder opinionsDemonstrates the ability to develop and cultivate strong internal/external networks of contacts and resources to help ensure contract executionIs an ambassador for change, influences and motivates, demonstrates solid interpersonal and conflict resolution skillsEffective negotiation and problem solving skills.Demonstrates credible leadership style, with concise, well organized oral and written communication skills and proven ability to mobilize and foster team productivity.Ability to motivate managers and teams to define and reach team objectives.Strong financial acumenWorking ConditionsWork is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment. Occasional drives to site locations, frequent travels both domestic and international. Physical DemandsFrequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Moderate mobility required. Occasional crouching, stooping, bending and twisting of upper body and neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs. Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.Ability to communicate complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups both internally and externally. Ability to apply abstract principles to solve complex conceptual issues. Requires multiple periods of intense concentration.Performs a wide range of complex tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task. Regular and consistent attendance.Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability or protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and/or local law.