Associate Client Operations Director

WeareseekinganAssociateClientOperationsDirectortojoinIQVIALaboratoriesatValencia,CA.We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you wanttodiscoveracareerwithgreaterpurpose,joinusaswetransformandaccelerateresearchanddevelopment.JobSummary:As an Associate Client Operations Director, you will serve as the strategic operational lead for assigned client portfolios, ensuring excellence in service delivery, client satisfaction, andfinancialoversightacrossglobalstudiesandprograms.Youwillpartnerwithclientsandcross-functionalteamstodrivegovernance,continuousimprovement,andhigh-qualityprojectexecutionwhilestrengtheninglong-termclientrelationships.WhatYou'llBeDoing:Leadoperationaloversightofassignedclientportfolios,ensuringconsistent,high-qualitydeliveryacrossglobalstudiesandprogramsBuildandmaintainstrongpartnershipswithclients,GlobalProjectServices,BusinessDevelopment,laboratoryoperations,andothercross-functionalstakeholdersDriveinternalandexternalgovernanceactivities,includingstrategicreviews,performancediscussions,andexecutive-levelclientmeetingsMonitorprojectperformancethroughbudgets,KPIs,SLAs,customerfeedback,andclient-specificrequirements,implementingcorrectiveactionswhenneededRepresentIQVIAinbiddefenses,capabilitiespresentations,audits,andstrategicclientinteractionsEstablish,maintain,andcommunicateclientstandards,bestpractices,andprocessimprovementsacrossglobalteamsFacilitateeffectivecommunicationbetweenprojectteamsandclients,ensuringalignmentonexpectations,risks,timelines,anddeliverablesMentorandsupportteammemberswhilecontributingtoorganizationalinitiatives,trainingprograms,andoperationalexcellenceeffortsWhatWeAreLookingFor:Bachelor'sdegreeinScienceorarelatedfieldispreferredAnequivalentcombinationofeducation,training,andexperiencemaybeacceptedinlieuofadegreeAminimumof7yearsofclinicalresearch,laboratory,orrelatedindustryexperienceispreferredAminimumof5yearsofprojectmanagementexperienceispreferredStrongknowledgeofglobalprojectservicesoperationsandcustomerportfoliomanagementExperiencemanagingclientgovernanceactivities,budgets,keyperformanceindicators(KPIs),servicelevelagreements(SLAs),andMasterServiceAgreements(MSAs)Demonstratedabilitytoreviewstudydeliverymetrics,identifyimprovementopportunities,andimplementoperationalbestpracticesacrossglobalprogramsKnowledgeofclientstandardsmanagement,customerrequirements,andprocessimprovementmethodologiesAbilitytoperformworkinaccordancewithICHE6GoodClinicalPractice(GCP)guidelinesTheKnowledge,SkillsandAbilitiesNeededforThisRole:Strongorganizational,analytical,andproblem-solvingskillswiththeabilitytomanagecomplexprioritiesAbilitytoinfluencestakeholdersanddrivecollaborationacrossmultipledepartments,functions,andgeographicregionsExcellentverbalandwrittencommunicationskillswiththeabilitytoeffectivelyengageglobalclientsandseniorleadershipAbilitytoworkindependently,exercisesoundjudgment,anddriveinitiativestocompletionwithminimalsupervisionAdaptabilityandflexibilityinafast-paced,matrixed,globalenvironmentProvenabilitytoestablishandmaintaineffectiveworkingrelationshipswithcolleagues,managers,clients,andexternalpartnersWhatWeOfferYou:We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverseandchangingneeds.Weinvestinintegratedbenefitsprogramsandresourcestotakecareofouremployees'physical,mentalandemotional,financialandsocialwell-beingsotheycanthriveathomeandatwork,atanystageoftheirwell-beingjourney.Tolearnmoreaboutourbenefits,visit'relookingtounleashyourpotential,joinIQVIALaboratoriestohelpmaketheextraordinarypossible!IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $96,600.00 - $224,200.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.SummaryLocation: Valencia, CA, United States of AmericaType: Full time