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Study Start Up Manager

ICON plc
Reading Full-time Remote
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ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values\-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

Job title \- Study Start Up Manager

Location \- UK (remote)

Fully sponsor dedicated

Working fully embedded within a growing program via ICON, you will take ownership of end\-to\-end study start\-up activities, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and regulatory requirements are met. Working at the heart of cross\-functional teams, you’ll be instrumental in bringing innovative studies to life efficiently and compliantly.

What you’ll be responsible for:


  • Leading the study start\-up strategy and execution for assigned trials

  • Managing site activation timelines, milestones, and deliverables

  • Partnering with regulatory, clinical, and external stakeholders to ensure smooth start\-up processes

  • Overseeing site selection, feasibility, and activation activities

  • Identifying risks and proactively implementing solutions to keep studies on track

  • Ensuring compliance with all local and global regulatory requirements

What we’re looking for:


  • Solid experience in clinical operations and study start\-up within a CRO or pharma environment

  • Full right to work in the UK

  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

  • A proactive, solution\-focused mindset with high attention to detail

  • Ability to thrive in a fast\-paced, global environment

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards \& Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives

  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable

  • Retirement and pension plans

  • Life assurance and disability coverage

  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources

  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

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

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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