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Site Specialist II - Madrid, Spain - home or office based<br><p>ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.</p><br><p>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.</p><br><p>As a Site Specialist II at ICON, you will independently manage a range of site support activities, acting as a key operational contact for sites and contribute to efficient study start-up and maintenance.</p><p></p><p><b>What You Will Do:</b></p><p></p><p>You will take responsibility for site management and operations deliverables, applying your skills to ensure quality and efficiency.<br><br>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Coordinating site-level document collection, review, and maintenance, ensuring accuracy and compliance for assigned sites or studies.</li><li>Acting as an operational liaison for site staff on documentation, systems, and process-related questions.</li><li>Maintaining up-to-date site status, metrics, and key milestones in clinical trial management tools.</li><li>Supporting planning and logistics for site meetings, investigator meetings, and monitoring visits.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to streamline site workflows and contributing to process improvement initiatives.</li><li>Providing guidance to Site Specialist I or junior colleagues, sharing best practices and supporting their development.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Your Profile:</b></p><p></p><p>You will bring relevant site management and operations experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.<br><br>Required qualifications and experience:</p><ul><li>Fluent in French and English</li><li>Bachelor's degree in life sciences, healthcare, business, or a related field, or equivalent clinical research experience.</li><li>Relevant experience in site support, clinical administration, or similar roles within CRO, pharma, or healthcare.</li><li>Good understanding of clinical trial processes, GCP, and site documentation requirements.</li><li>Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple sites and priorities.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive, service-focused mindset.</li><li>Comfort working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.</li></ul><p></p><p>#LI-MK1</p><br><p>Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.</p><br><p><b>Rewards & Benefits</b></p><p>ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.</p><br><p>Benefits may include:</p><ul><li>Competitive base salary and performance related incentives</li><li>Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable</li><li>Retirement and pension plans</li><li>Life assurance and disability coverage</li><li>Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources</li><li>Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways</li></ul><br><p>Benefits may vary depending on role and location.</p><br><p>Visit our <a href="https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">careers site</a> to read more about the benefits ICON offers.</p><br><p><b>Inclusion and Accessibility</b></p><p>ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.</p><br><p>If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request <a href="https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#0875e1"><b><u>here</u></b></span></a>.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click </span><a href="https://wd3.myworkday.com/icon/d/task/1422$1235.htmld" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a><span> to apply</span></p>

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