Site Contracts Specialist in Ireland, Scotland at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Site Contracts Specialist based in Ireland.

This role plays a key part in supporting global clinical research operations by managing the end-to-end lifecycle of site contracts across international clinical trials. The position ensures that agreements with clinical sites are accurately drafted, negotiated, and executed in alignment with regulatory, legal, and study requirements. You will work closely with legal teams, study managers, sponsors, and investigative sites to ensure smooth contract execution and financial alignment of study budgets. The role has a strong focus on negotiation, compliance, and risk management within a highly regulated environment. It offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the successful delivery of clinical studies that impact patient outcomes worldwide. The environment is collaborative, international, and quality-driven, with strong emphasis on precision and compliance.

• Prepare and adapt country-specific clinical trial contract templates in alignment with study and regulatory requirements
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize site agreements, amendments, and related contractual documentation with clinical sites and investigators
• Review and align study budgets and financial terms during contract negotiations to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Conduct quality checks of contracts and related documentation prior to execution and signature workflows
• Liaise with internal legal, data privacy, study teams, sponsors, and external clinical sites to ensure alignment and timely resolution of issues
• Maintain and update contract tracking systems with real-time status of negotiations, amendments, and execution progress
• Manage contract amendments, termination letters, and other site-related legal documentation as required
• Ensure fully executed agreements are correctly filed and distributed to relevant internal systems and stakeholders
• Identify contractual risks and support resolution of disputes or negotiation challenges effectively

• 1–3 years of experience in clinical research, pharmaceutical, or CRO environments with exposure to site contracts or related legal/contracting functions
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Life Sciences, Law, or a related field
• Strong understanding of clinical trial processes and familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as ICH-GCP, FDA, and EMA guidelines
• Proven ability to negotiate contract terms and manage stakeholder expectations effectively
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review legal and financial contract details accurately
• Experience identifying contractual risks and contributing to mitigation strategies
• Proficiency in MS Office tools including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Additional language skills such as Spanish, French, German, or Polish are highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple contracts in a structured and deadline-driven environment

• Competitive compensation package aligned with CRO and clinical research industry standards
• Fully remote working model across Europe with flexibility
• Opportunity to contribute to global clinical trials that directly impact patient care and medical innovation
• Exposure to international stakeholders including sponsors, investigators, and cross-functional study teams
• Strong learning and development opportunities within a global clinical research organization
• Inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven working culture
• Career growth potential within clinical operations, contracts, or broader research functions
• Work within a highly regulated environment that builds strong expertise in clinical contracting and compliance