Project Manager

Project manager Japan

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Project Manager at ICON, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating project activities, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your role will involve overseeing all aspects of project execution, from planning and resource management to stakeholder communication and risk mitigation.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Developing and managing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
• Leading cross-functional project teams, coordinating efforts to meet project objectives, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing strategies to address challenges and keep projects on track.
• Engaging with stakeholders to manage expectations, provide updates, and ensure alignment with project goals and organizational objectives.
• Preparing and presenting project reports, status updates, and performance metrics to senior management and other stakeholders.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, or a related field is preferred, with significant experience in project management and team leadership.
• Proven track record of successfully managing projects from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results within scope, time, and budget constraints.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage project teams and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 being advantageous.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable, with a commitment to achieving project goals and driving continuous improvement.

【今回の採用目的と背景】

事業拡大に伴い、日本国内のサービスを強化するため新たにProject Managerを増員募集します。

【職務内容】

※以下クライアント = ICON グローバルにおける全部門。

同部門の Project Manager/Project Analystとして、クライアントの翻訳プロジェクトにおいて、プロジェクトの開始までのコミュニケーション（内容、費用などのすり合わせ）から全体のプロジェクトマネジメント一連

（社内外の翻訳者との連携、納品までの進捗及び品質管理など）をご担当いただきます。

【主な業務内容】

・クライアントのニーズを踏まえてデータベースより翻訳者やレビュアーの選定、依頼

・案件進捗管理、予算内での管理

・翻訳チェッカーへのチェック依頼

・納品物の最終確認、納品

・クライアントの期待値を管理し、パートナーシップを強化する。

・必要に応じて、最終提案書を期限内にクライアントに提出する。

・クライアントのニーズに合致した成果物を作成するために、明確で簡潔なプロジェクト指示書の作成

・プロジェクトの運営にあたってチームメンバーとクライアントの連携

・緊急の問い合わせやタスクを効果的かつ迅速に管理し、プロジェクトのタイムラインの管理　等

【必須（MUST）】

■翻訳会社または企業の翻訳部門における 3年以上の Project Management の ご経験（受注前～納品まで）

■ビジネスレベルの日本語力と英語力

■マイクロソフトオフィスを使用して業務が可能な方

【歓迎（WANT）】

■医薬品開発に関する知識

■顧客折衝、顧客管理の経験

■翻訳支援ツール（CAT ツール）の使用経験

■マルチタスクな環境で業務が得意な方

■タイムマネジメント・業務の優先順位付けができ

What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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