Senior Contract Manager (Remote)

Band Level 4 Job Description Summary Job Title: Senior Contract Manager (Remote) #LI-Remote This position can be based remotely anywhere in the U.S. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will not require travel. Take the lead in shaping the success of clinical trials at Novartis by driving complex contract negotiations that directly impact study timelines and patient access. As a Senior Contract Manager, you will play a critical role at the intersection of legal expertise, financial strategy, and clinical operationspartnering with global stakeholders to deliver high-quality agreements, unlock efficiencies, and resolve challenges with confidence. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring trials start faster, run smoother, and ultimately bring innovative therapies to patients sooner. Job Description Key Responsibilities Independently negotiate and execute complex clinical trial agreements, including Master Agreements and Confidentiality Agreements Develop, review, and finalize clinical trial budgets, ensuring alignment with fair market value principles Lead contract and budget negotiations with investigational sites to achieve timely contract execution and study start-up goals Resolve stalled negotiations and provide strategic support to Contract Managers to maintain study timelines Partner with cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, Regulatory, Quality, and Clinical teams Identify, assess, and communicate contractual and budgetary risks to key stakeholders for approval Collaborate with global and local teams to resolve complex contractual challenges efficiently Analyze grant plans and budget proposals to support accurate and compliant financial decisions Drive continuous improvement by identifying trends and leading initiatives to enhance contracting processes Partner with clinical teams and vendors to optimize budgets and deliver cost-saving opportunities Essential Requirements Bachelors degree in business administration, legal, finance, science, or related field 5+ years of experience in contract management within clinical trials or pharmaceuticals Proven expertise in negotiating clinical trial agreements and complex contracts independently Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical industry regulations and United States privacy requirements Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills with strong attention to detail Advanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization with global and cross-functional teams Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset The salary for this position is expected to range between $89,600 and $166,400 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves. EEO Statement: The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. 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Please include the job requisition number in your message. https://www.novartis.com/careers/careers-research/notice-all-applicants-us-job-openings Salary Range $89,600.00 - $166,400.00 Skills Desired Ability To Influence Key Stakeholders, Building High Performance Team, Compliance And Controls, Continual Improvement Process, Critical Thinking, Data Cleansing Normalization, Data Visualization, Employee Engagement, Esg Data Management, Financial Accounting, Financial And Management Reporting, Group Problem Solving, Market Understanding, Planning & Analysis, Process Optimization, Understanding Value Drivers, Workforce Development Improving the lives of people living with disease takes more than innovative science. It takes a focus on the needs of people and a community committed to meeting them. It takes a team of people like you. Working together. Learning together. Thriving together. Discover how you can join us in changing peoples lives. 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