Vice President, Project Leadership
PAREXEL
About Parexel
Parexel is a leading global Clinical Research Organization (CRO) that partners with biopharmaceutical companies to advance drug development and bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide. We design and execute clinical trials across all phases, providing comprehensive services from study design through regulatory compliance and project delivery.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Project Leadership with demonstrated Biopharmaceutical and CRO experience to drive operational excellence across a dynamic portfolio of studies. This strategic role combines hands-on project oversight, ensuring we deliver for our customers, maintain the highest quality standards, and execute with excellence.
Within our high-performing culture you will ensure we deliver exceptional clinical service and serve as a strategic advisor in delivering service to clients.
Key Accountabilities
Lead project delivery and hold teams accountable to milestones and deliverables
Own profitability, margin expansion, and cash flow targets across your portfolio
Drive operational data compliance, analytics, and process improvements
Participate in risk and quality governance across the portfolio
Build cross-functional partnerships and foster direct, purposeful communication
Develop talent, manage performance, lead by example
Lead or support department and enterprise-wide strategic initiatives
Manage account-level oversight and P&L responsibility as applicable
Required Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum 15+ years of project leadership experience in BioPharma or CRO
Proven track record leading high-performing teams in a global, matrix environment
Experience managing complex clinical trial portfolios across multiple phases
Strong business and financial acumen
Skills & Competencies:
Exceptional communication and executive-level influence skills
Superior problem-solving, prioritization, and decision-making abilities
Ability to demonstrate value creation in a global matrix environment
Solution-oriented mindset with proven ability to deliver on client commitments
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience (science/medical field preferred)
Advanced degree desirable
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EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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