Regulatory Affairs Associate

A Senior Associate must have an understanding of the organization’s basic consulting models and methodologies, as well as basic knowledge of what services PC provides. Must be technically competent and continually developing the skills as defined in the key accountabilities section of this document. This role will be under the general direction of a Project Lead and/or Technical SME, takes responsibility for ensuring that client work is performed, and delivered on time, meeting the quality expectations of PC and the client. A Senior Associate may act in a client facing role with support from line management. When serving as a Project Lead or Work Stream Lead, a Senior Associate assures the work of the entire team or work stream is delivered on time and that it meets client’s and PC’s quality expectations. Due to the nature of the role this person must have very good knowledge of Microsoft Word and mid/entry-level experience in labeling and CCDS activities for a partnership labeling project. Routine activities include labeling documents update process, updates to an existing English master label for lifecycle maintenance and also new development products. Proficient English.

Key Accountabilities:

Project Execution:

• Works effectively within a team environment but may work independently delivering services within their area of competence.
• Works within broad project guidelines as directed by the project lead and/or technical SMEs.
• Takes initiative to prioritize work to achieve specified project outcomes while confirming alignment with project lead and line manager.
• Capitalizes on opportunities to improve one’s own performance and seeks feedback from the project lead and colleagues.
• Applies information provided by the project lead or senior colleagues to complete assigned project activities.
• Produces quality work that meets the expectations of project lead and the client.
• May serve as a Project Lead for small scale projects or a Work Stream Lead on larger projects when serving as a Project Lead.
• Responsible for project planning and set-up and routinely interacts with the assigned Project Specialist (PS) or Project Manager (PM) to appropriately control the project (e.g. project set-up, forecasting and financial entries, invoicing, etc.).
• Functions as the main client contact and ensures accurate project reporting is in place.
• Ensures that the project team delivers to meet the client expectations for quality and timeliness.
• Ensures that appropriate risk identification and issue-escalation procedures are in place.
• Ensures project specific training compliance of the project team.
• Ensures and/or manages project financials including provision of accurate revenue forecasts.
• Ensures that the project team understand and work to the scope of the contract.
• Identifies new opportunities through Change In Scope or add-on business from existing work.
• Ensures timely project close-out activities are completed.

Consulting Activities and Relationship Management:

• Follows and implements the organization’s consulting models and methodologies under the guidance of the project lead and/or Technical SME.
• Delivers consulting services within personal area of expertise under the guidance of the project lead and/or Technical SME.
• Completes assigned activities within project scope and objectives with an understanding of issues which may impact project profitability under the direction of the Project Lead and/or Technical SME.
• Identifies project and internal issues to senior colleagues and Project Lead and/or technical SME and provides proposed solutions.
• Interacts professionally at all working levels within a client organization and within PAREXEL.
• Identifies project and/or client needs to the Project Lead and or Technical SME and collaborates with senior staff to define a proposed solution.
• Interactions result in clients expressing satisfaction with service provided.
• May assist in preparing and/ or delivering a presentation with the support of senior colleagues.
• Identifies and alerts PC management to opportunities for follow-on business or necessary changes in project scope.

Business Development:

• Continue to build a network of industry colleagues through relationships formed during project engagements or through other industry experience.
• Communicates potential new business leads to PC management and account managers.
• May participate in project scoping calls and/or proposal preparation with the support of senior colleagues.

PAREXEL-related Activities:

• Meets established metrics as specified in scorecard on an annual basis.
• Completes basic job-related responsibilities, including timesheets, expense reports, maintenance of CVs, training compliance, project deliverable archiving, participation in internal initiatives/projects as requested by management.
• Defines self-development activities in order to keep current within the industry (i.e. maintain membership in a relevant industry and/or scientific/technical association).

Skills:

• Project management knowledge.
• Client-focused approach to work.
• Results orientation.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in local language and extensive working knowledge of the English language.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Few years of experience in an industry-related environment

Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a Scientific or Technical Discipline