🚀 Clinical Site Contracts Lead client-based in Munich

Clinical Site Contracts Lead client-based in Munich

Apply for the Clinical Site Contracts Lead role at Fortrea in Munich.

Hybrid model: 50% at client office in Munich.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for study teams on all matters related to clinical trial budgets and contracts.
• Prepare and negotiate site-level grant budgets and Clinical Trial Agreements, including financial appendices and legal terms.
• Draft, review, and manage contract documents using standard templates, adapting language as needed in collaboration with Legal.
• Oversee the end-to-end execution of CTAs, Master Agreements, and local purchase contracts, ensuring alignment with trial timelines.
• Maintain accurate records in Clinical Trial Management Systems and contract management platforms.
• Identify and elevate business risks appropriately while supporting internal teams with contract-related guidance.
• Support payment tracking, invoice preparation, and financial reconciliation for investigator sites as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, business, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience negotiating legal and/or financial agreements, preferably in clinical research or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines, clinical trial start-up processes, and site operational needs.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and conflict resolution skills with a strong customer service mindset.
• Proficiency in English and German (written and verbal), and in using systems such as CTMS, SAP, and contract management tools.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a matrixed, global environment.

Why Join Fortrea?

• Contribute to advancing innovative therapies and improving patient outcomes through meaningful clinical research on a global scale.
• Thrive in a collaborative environment that values continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development.
• Work with modern clinical technologies and streamlined systems that support efficiency, quality, and compliance.
• Benefit from a flexible work model, competitive benefits, and a strong commitment to employee well-being.

We invite qualified candidates who are committed to excellence in clinical research to apply and become part of our mission to advance healthcare worldwide. If you are seeking a rewarding opportunity within a globally respected organization, we encourage you to submit your application today.

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