Contracts and Budgets Associate II

Contracts And Budgets Associate Ii

Remote, Mexico

We're expanding across Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and Peru, and we're looking for a Contracts & Budgets Associate to help support our expansion across the region and around the globe!

The Contracts & Budgets Associate, Site Contract Management, develops and negotiates regional study budgets based on the requirements of a study protocol, as well as reviewing, drafting, negotiating and tracking a variety of legal agreements which include confidentiality agreements, master confidentiality agreements, clinical study agreements and amendment agreements. The postholder works closely with the Clinical Operations study team and playing a key role in ensuring deliverables are in alignment with defined study timelines.

Essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

• Develop, negotiate global study budgets based on the requirements of a study protocol.
• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of agreements including confidentiality agreements, master confidentiality agreements, clinical study agreements and amendment agreements
• Work with supervisor and various internal/external key stakeholders to resolve/escalate contractual issues
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures and contracting standards.
• Update relevant study team members regarding the status of contract negotiations and execution.
• Coordinate execution of agreements
• Support the maintenance of contract files and databases, including contract archiving.
• Recognize where processes can be improved and take corrective action.
• Other tasks, as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

Bachelors degree, or equivalent level of contract management experience preferably in a clinical research or similar industry setting

Other Required:

1 year of relevant experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements related to clinical research i.e. Non-Disclosure Agreements, Clinical Trial Agreements, etc. as well as management, control and tracking of the contract process.

Excellent organizational and communication skills and attention to detail.

Preferred:

Post-graduate qualification

Skills & Competencies:

Possesses strong organizational/written communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Executes time-sensitive matters while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

Exhibits high self-motivation and is able to work and plan with some supervision as well as in a global team environment.

Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism, as evidenced by punctuality, ability to deliver on commitments, an understanding of the service culture and positive interactions with customers and teammates, including good interpersonal skills.

Displays sound business judgment and a proactive, independent work style.

Handles sensitive issues with discretion.

Works well independently and cooperatively with others to achieve common goals in a virtual environment

Is proficient in MS Office software programs and computer applications.

Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with others inside or outside of the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.