Contract Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Argentina.

📋 Description

• Prepare, review, negotiate, and finalize contracts with study sites.

• Negotiate investigator grant budgets and contractual terms and conditions within approved limits.

• Ensure adherence to negotiation parameters, approval authority, contractual processes, client expectations, budgetary guidelines, templates, and established procedures.

• Identify and evaluate legal, financial, and operational risks, escalating issues as necessary.

• Offer recommendations and alternative solutions during investigator contract negotiations.

• Collaborate with internal functional departments on site startup activities, contractual obligations, and agreed timelines.

• Ensure contract negotiations align with the critical path for site activation.

• Meet target cycle times for site activations.

• Raise out-of-parameter issues through established communication channels.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent relevant academic or vocational qualification.

• 2–5 years of prior experience providing the necessary knowledge, skills, and capabilities to perform the role.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and the local language.

• Solid understanding of contract law, including business, intellectual property, and local tax and stamp regulations.

• Ability to apply fundamental principles of investigator grant negotiation.

• General knowledge of business and financial principles related to service agreements.

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating contract provisions and budgetary matters within set parameters.

• Keen attention to detail.

• Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills.

• Familiarity with pharmaceutical product development and the role of CROs.

• Capability to work independently or collaboratively in a team setting.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

• Working knowledge of PPD SOPs and WPDs.

• Skill in organizing competing priorities and reviewing contractual risks and issues.

• Proficiency in using automated systems and computerized applications.

• Customer-oriented communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

• Capability to remain upright and/or stationary for 6–8 hours daily.

• Ability to perform repetitive hand movements and maintain frequent mobility.

• Capacity to lift and carry items, including luggage and a laptop, weighing up to 15–20 lbs.

• Regular and consistent attendance is required.

• Ability to perform well under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.