Contract Analyst - Entry level

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. As a global provider of drug development solutions, our work is serious business but that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun whilst we do it. With our vision to be the partner of choice in drug development, we hire only the best and brightest in the industry! Are you one of them? At ICON, we have an incredible graduate opportunity for a Contract Analyst I to join the Client Contract Services team in our global HQ in Leopardstown, Dublin 18. The role is hybrid, office-based 60%. The Role

• Coordinate and develop contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on-going projects at ICON.
• Work simultaneously on numerous contracts and/or change orders.
• Partner with ICON’s operational, legal and sales teams as necessary, to determine the appropriate terms and conditions to be included in the contracts (inclusive of Start-up Agreements) and change orders.
• On the job training will be provided for you to develop an understanding of costing tools, client budget grids, and any tools and templates developed within the Client Contract Services group.
• Solicit input and review of contracts and change orders from the relevant operational departments.
• Develop cash neutral payment schedules as required.
• Collaborate respective Contract Manager to recognize when client questions/comments require input and review by Legal and/or operations/senior management or with the client
• Update Salesforce in a timely and consistent manner with concise, accurate information on status of the contract or change order.
• Develop and maintain client/project files and tracking tools.
• Review client/project documents and budgets prior to submission to their respective Contract Manager for final QC review.
• Ensure clear and direct communication when corresponding with the project team and client on the status of the contract and/or change order.
• Provide the relevant information required for negotiations and discussions with clients regarding cost proposals/change orders/contracts to the Contract Manager, the respective Sales personnel, and project teams.
• Assist with client related meetings required related to contracts and change orders.

What you need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business/Life Sciences is required.
• 1- 2 years’ experience working in an administration role.
• Excellent Excel skills – would consider yourself advanced.
• Great team player.
• A brilliant and confident communicator both verbally and written.
• A willingness to learn and develop your career within a leading CRO.

Other than working with an outstanding team of ambitious people, we also offer a very competitive benefits package. This varies from country to country so a dedicated recruiter will discuss this with you at interview stage. We care about our people as they are the key to our success. We provide an open and friendly work environment where we empower people and provide them with opportunities to develop their long term career. Ongoing development is vital to us, and as a Contract Analyst I , you will have the opportunity to progress your career, with the potential to move into other related areas to improve your skillset. Our benefits package is competitive, our scope is international and we sincerely care about our people and their success. ICON is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

A better career. A better world. A better you.

Our people are our greatest strength , are the core of our culture and the driving force behind our success. Throughout all levels of the company, our people have a drive to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well. We help you build exciting and rewarding careers , deliver results to help bring life-changing medicine and devices to market and maintain ICON’s success as an industry leader . See all locations Read more

A better career. A better world. A better you.

Our people are our greatest strength , are the core of our culture and the driving force behind our success. Throughout all levels of the company, our people have a drive to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well. We help you build exciting and rewarding careers , deliver results to help bring life-changing medicine and devices to market and maintain ICON’s success as an industry leader . See all locations Read more

A better career. A better world. A better you.

Our people are our greatest strength , are the core of our culture and the driving force behind our success. Throughout all levels of the company, our people have a drive to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well. We help you build exciting and rewarding careers , deliver results to help bring life-changing medicine and devices to market and maintain ICON’s success as an industry leader . See all locations Read more

A better career. A better world. A better you.

Our people are our greatest strength , are the core of our culture and the driving force behind our success. Throughout all levels of the company, our people have a drive to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well. We help you build exciting and rewarding careers , deliver results to help bring life-changing medicine and devices to market and maintain ICON’s success as an industry leader . See all locations Read more

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