Global Site Activation Manager at IQVIA in Madrid, Madrid, Spain

Global Site Activation Manager
Location: Centurion, South Africa
Global Site Activation Manager
Homebased
Job Overview
Lead and manage the strategic, operational, and financial delivery of Site Activation activities across assigned studies and regions. This role is responsible for accelerating site activation to support timely patient enrollment, including Site Identification and Selection, Ethics and Regulatory submissions, and Site Contracting in line with sponsor and company requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic oversight and project management for global or multi-regional Site Activation activities.
Lead start-up delivery (pre-award through activation) and lifecycle maintenance in compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and project timelines.
Develop and execute the Site Activation Management Plan aligned with study strategy and scope of work.
Collaborate with internal teams, regions, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient study start-up execution.
Oversee regulatory submissions, approvals, contracts, and essential document processes.
Assess regulatory landscapes and contribute to regulatory intelligence and strategy.
Identify risks and propose practical solutions to support study delivery and bid processes.
Ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and maintenance of project systems, timelines, and documentation.
Support business development, including bid defense and client engagement activities.
Mentor and coach team members and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Build and maintain strong client relationships and support customer-facing activities.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field.
Minimum 7 years’ experience in clinical research, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
Proven international project experience across multiple regions.
Strong leadership and project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to lead through others and maintain effective cross-functional relationships.
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Leadership and team development
Regulatory and clinical trial expertise
Stakeholder engagement and collaboration
Quality and compliance focus
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Additional Locations: Madrid, Spain