Operations Lead

Operations Lead - Imaging ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development. We are currently seeking an Operations Lead to join our diverse and dynamic team. As an Operations Lead at ICON, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operational activities, ensuring that processes are efficient and effective in supporting clinical research initiatives. Your leadership and strategic insight will be essential in driving operational excellence and fostering a collaborative team environment.

What You Will Be Doing:

Leading and managing operational teams to ensure timely and successful execution of clinical trials and research projects. Developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance operational efficiency and compliance. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and optimize workflows. Monitoring performance metrics and providing actionable insights to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and best practices in all operational activities.

Your Profile:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as life sciences, business administration, or a related area; advanced degree preferred. Proven experience in operations management, preferably within a clinical research environment. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams towards achieving operational goals. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration across all levels of the organization.

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply