Site Selection Manager

Site Selection Manager - Bulgaria, Poland, Spain, Portugal - home or office based

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 an experienced Site Selection Manager to join our dynamic Study Start-Up team. This leadership role is dedicated to overseeing the delivery, consistency, and continuous improvement of global site selection services within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of Site Selection Leads to ensure timely and high-quality delivery across multiple studies.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and study oversight to meet ICON/client expectations, KPIs, SOPs, and quality standards.
• Proactively identify risks and barriers to success, implementing strategic mitigation and recovery plans.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop high-performing staff; manage resource allocation, succession planning, and staff retention.
• Carry out full line management duties including appraisals, goal setting, performance reviews, and personal development planning.
• Drive consistency, efficiency, and high performance through clear strategic direction and process improvement.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Site Selection within specific areas (e.g., therapeutic expertise, geographic regions, strategic partnerships).
• Lead and contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce timelines, and increase data quality.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Feasibility, Study Start-Up, Business Development, and Project Management to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Review and approve site selection strategies including site profiles, ranking plans, and protocol-specific feasibility materials.
• Ensure accurate, high-quality data capture and documentation across systems during the Site Selection process.
• Prepare and present evidence-based site and country recommendations to Sponsors and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in client meetings, providing strategic insights and serving as the voice of the Site Selection group.
• Ensure financial oversight by managing hours, budgets, and timelines for all Site Selection-related services.

What You Bring to ICON:

• Substantial experience in clinical research, with specific expertise in site selection, feasibility, and/or study start-up.
• Previous experience managing teams and delivering against complex global projects.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a matrix environment.
• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with metrics-driven performance management and continuous process improvement.
• Ability to lead change, foster innovation, and create a culture of accountability and growth.

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What ICON can offer you:

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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.

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