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At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
At Parexel, we are a leading Clinical Research Organization (CRO) dedicated to delivering life‑changing medicines to patients around the world. We are seeking a Site Contract Leader to join our global Clinical Operations organization. This home‑based role can be located in Argentina, Brazil, or Mexico and plays a critical client‑facing leadership role within complex, global clinical trials.
As a Site Contract Leader, you will act as the primary point of accountability for sponsor engagement and site contracting strategy on assigned projects. You will partner closely with sponsors, project leadership, and global site contract teams to drive efficient negotiations, manage budgets, mitigate risk, and ensure alignment to protocol and study objectives—always keeping quality, timelines, and relationships at the forefront.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a confident, client‑savvy leader who thrives in complex, fast‑paced clinical trial environments:
Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills
Comfortable leading strategy discussions with sponsors
Sound judgment and ability to influence without authority
Highly organized, proactive, and detail‑oriented
Collaborative, resilient, and diplomatic under pressure
What You’ll Do
Lead the end‑to‑end site contracting strategy and execution for global clinical trials
Act as the primary contracting interface with sponsors, including attending sponsor calls across multiple time zones
Oversee and guide project‑assigned Site Contracts teams, providing leadership, direction, and escalation support
Lead investigator budget development and assessment (not template‑driven), ensuring alignment with protocol, country practices, and sponsor expectations
Additional Details
Strong Excel expertise is critical, including experience with budget formulas and financial analysis
Requires global clinical trial experience and confidence navigating multinational contracting landscapes
Skills & Experience
3–5 years of experience in site contracting or a closely related CRO role
Demonstrated experience managing timelines, budgets, and external client relationships
Strong negotiation skills and ability to interpret and explain complex contract
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel;
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (law, business, economics, social sciences) or equivalent industry experience
Why Join Us
Be part of global studies that are shaping the future of healthcare. At Parexel, you’ll work with industry experts, enjoy flexibility through home‑based work, and access continuous learning and career growth opportunities—while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.
At Parexel, we embrace flexibility and value collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. If this role sounds like your next career move—or someone you know would be a great fit—we’d love to hear from you.
