Site Contracts Lead in Brazil, Indiana 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 Lead based in Brazil.

This is a strategic contract management role within global clinical research, focused on ensuring the timely preparation, negotiation, and execution of clinical site agreements across multiple studies.
You will play a key role in enabling clinical trial delivery by ensuring contracts and budgets are aligned with regulatory standards, internal governance, and operational timelines.
The role involves close collaboration with legal, finance, project management, and clinical operations teams in a highly cross-functional environment.
You will act as a key escalation point for complex contracting issues, helping balance sponsor, site, and internal requirements.
In addition, you will contribute to process optimization by improving contracting playbooks, templates, and cycle-time efficiency.
This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced, regulated environments and enjoys both operational execution and process improvement.

• Manage end-to-end site contracting activities for assigned clinical studies, including use of templates, negotiation of terms, and execution tracking across sites and programs.
• Oversee contract management workstreams to ensure all deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Serve as a primary escalation point for contract-related issues, proposing balanced solutions that align sponsor, site, and internal stakeholder needs.
• Collaborate closely with legal, finance, and clinical project teams to align on contract language, budget assumptions, and risk considerations.
• Monitor contracting timelines and performance metrics, identifying bottlenecks and implementing corrective actions to improve cycle times.
• Provide guidance and coordination support to Site Contracts Negotiators working across studies or programs.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of contracting playbooks, templates, and standard operating processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in law, business, life sciences, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in clinical site contracting, contract negotiation, or similar roles within CRO, pharmaceutical, or healthcare environments.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial agreements, site budgets, and key legal and compliance considerations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills in complex, cross-functional environments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple studies, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset with experience coordinating or guiding the work of other team members.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused approach to problem-solving in a regulated environment.

• Competitive base salary with performance-related incentives
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage (medical, dental, and vision where applicable)
• Retirement and pension plan options
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities with structured career progression paths
• Inclusive, global work environment within the clinical research industry