Global Site Activation Manager

About the role

The Global Site Activation Manager leads and manages the strategic, operational and financial delivery of site activation activities across assigned studies and regions. The role accelerates site activation to support timely patient enrollment, covering site identification and selection, ethics and regulatory submissions and site contracting in line with sponsor and company requirements. The position is described as home-based.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and project management for global or multi-regional site activation activities.
• Lead start-up delivery (pre-award through activation) and lifecycle maintenance in compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements and project timelines.
• Develop and execute the Site Activation Management Plan aligned with study strategy and scope of work.
• Collaborate with internal teams, regions and external stakeholders to ensure efficient study start-up.
• Oversee regulatory submissions, approvals, contracts and essential document processes.
• Assess regulatory landscapes and contribute to regulatory intelligence and strategy.
• Identify risks and propose practical solutions for study delivery and bid processes.
• Ensure accurate tracking, reporting and maintenance of project systems, timelines and documentation.
• Support business development, including bid defense and client engagement.
• Mentor and coach team members and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Build strong client relationships and support customer-facing activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in clinical research, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven international project experience across multiple regions.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time, within scope and budget.

Required skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills, managing multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead through others and maintain effective cross-functional relationships.
• Strategic thinking, problem solving, regulatory and clinical trial expertise, quality and compliance focus.