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Contract Analyst II

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Contract Analyst II

Location: USA

At ICON, it's our people that set us apart.

As a global provider of drug development solutions, our work is serious business but that doesn't mean we can't have fun whilst we do it.

With our vision to be the partner of choice in drug development, we hire only the best and brightest in the industry!

Are you one of them?

At ICON, we have an incredible opportunity for an expert Contract Analyst II to join the team.

The Role

ICON's Client Contract Services team are responsible for the coordination, development and execution of all client contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on-going projects.

As a Contract Analyst II, you will be responsible for developing and negotiating client contracts in collaboration with Finance, Legal and Operational teams at ICON.

This is a busy and rewarding position, which plays a vital role at ICON.

  • Coordinate and develop contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on-going projects at ICON.
  • Work simultaneously on numerous contracts and/or change orders.
  • Lead discussion with ICON Legal, the Sales Team, and liaison with their respective Contracts Manager, as necessary, to determine the appropriate terms and conditions to be included in the contracts (inclusive of Start-up Agreements) and change orders.
  • Understand applicable ICON costing tools, client budget grids, and any tools and templates developed within the Client Contract Services group. Ability to explain the costing process to someone without a financial background.
  • Solicit input and review of contracts and change orders from the relevant operational departments.
  • Understand reasons and challenge supporting information provided by the project team related to budget changes (timeline, specifications, tasks, hours, etc.) and that the budget changes are reasonable and justified.
  • Develop cash neutral payment schedules as required.
  • Recognize when client questions/comments need required input and review by Legal and/or operations/senior management.
  • Provide project/financial analysis on the project budget to justify supporting information from the project team on prior to client submission.
  • Develop and maintain client/project files and tracking tools.
  • Manage and prioritize workload in relation to timelines and client submissions.
  • Build relationships with ICON project teams, sales, proposals, finance, and project analysis.
  • Build relationships with clients, other ICON service areas and vendors.
  • Provide the relevant information required for negotiations and discussions with clients regarding cost proposals/change orders/contracts to the Contract Manager, the respective Sales personnel, and project teams.
  • Organize, lead, chair, and manage internal meetings and/or client related meetings required related to contracts and change orders.

What you need

  • Degree qualified
  • 3-5 years' experience within a similar role
  • We will also consider applicants who have a background in Proposals, Data Management or Financial Business Partnering within the CRO industry.
  • An in-depth knowledge of the CRO industry and clinical trials
  • The team uses excel as their costing tool, it is important that you have advanced excel skills
  • A great team player who is willing to support the team as required.
  • Brilliant communication skills with the ability to develop meaningful relationships with other teams at ICON and our clients.

Why join us?

Other than working with an outstanding team of ambitious people, we also offer a very competitive benefits package. This varies from country to country so a dedicated recruiter will discuss this with you at interview stage.

We care about our people as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career.

Ongoing development is vital to us, and as a Contract Analyst II, you will have the opportunity to progress your career, with the potential to move into other related areas to improve your skillset. Our benefits package is competitive, our scope is international and we sincerely care about our people and their success.

ICON is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

EOE race/colour/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/disability/vet/national origin

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