ICON plc
Study Start-Up Manager
Study Start-Up Manager
Posted 5 days ago
ReadingPermanentRemoteFull-TimeLead
Posted 5 days ago
Description
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:
What we’re looking for:
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
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
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
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

