Edwards Lifesciences · 1 week ago
Manager, Clinical Contracts and Budgets
USA - California – Irvine
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $148K/yr
6+ years expEdwards Lifesciences is a company focused on transforming patient care through innovative medical solutions. As the Manager, Clinical Contracts and Budgets, you will oversee the clinical contract and budget negotiation lifecycle while mentoring a team of analysts to ensure operational excellence and compliance with regulatory requirements.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the work of assigned team of Analysts providing mentorship and guidance to support their growth and ensure operational excellence
Help implement and foster a robust talent development plan in alignment with functional growth strategies of the department
Train and coach lower-level employees on basic clinical, budget, and contracts matters
Monitor staff’s progress (e.g., follow-up and output) to ensure that direct reports are following up with their assigned sites in the timelines identified by leadership
Draft, negotiate, and execute the full clinical contract lifecycle for a variety of progressively complex contract types at high quality (e.g., Master Clinical Trial Agreements, Statements of Work (including budgets), Non-Disclosure Agreements, and/or Purchase Agreements, utilizing appropriate Edwards templates and systems)
Assess needs for basic contract and budget amendments and provide guidance to stakeholders, make recommendations, and/or negotiate changes to terms and conditions while mitigating risks to the company
Identify and mitigate risks with low, moderate, and high exposure to the company and create and implement corrective action plans to prevent repeat of risks
Escalate contract delays, external and internal issues and hurdles in a timely manner to leadership and key stakeholders and suggest solutions
Develop budgets (e.g. study and/or vendor) of moderate complexity based upon fair market value assessments with in-depth understanding of clinical project scope in collaboration with clinical study leaders
Provide input on basic legal-owned contract templates
Work cross-functionally in collaboration with Clinical Study Teams, Hospitals, Vendors, Consultants, Legal, Finance, and Compliance to develop, negotiate, and execute a wide range of clinical agreements
Ensure contracts are strategically aligned with regulatory requirements, budgetary goals, and study timelines to accelerate the delivery of innovative therapies to patients
Other incidental duties assigned by Leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field with 8 years of experience of previous related experience with Clinical Study Agreements, Informed Consents, Consulting and/or Vendor contracts along with knowledge of supplier qualifications processes
Or master's degree or equivalent with 6 years of previous related experience with Clinical Study Agreements, Informed Consents, Consulting and/or Vendor contracts along with knowledge of supplier qualifications processes
Ability to travel up to 5% domestically
Preferred
Juris Doctor or equivalent with previous related experience with Clinical Study Agreements, Informed Consents, Non-Disclosure Agreements. Experience in healthcare related contracts
Contract or paralegal certification
Demonstrated supervisory experience, including the ability to lead, mentor, and oversee the work of direct reports while fostering a high‑performing, collaborative team environment
Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and working proficiency with contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including negotiating and relationship management, with the ability to drive alignment and achieve objectives
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
Extensive understanding of clinical study protocols, assessments, and imaging
In-depth understanding of Master Clinical Trial Agreements, including terms and conditions
Deep knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare compliance, and privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Sunshine Act)
Skilled in drafting legal language and proficient in redlining
Experienced in telephone-based negotiations for contracts, terms, and budgets
Ability to develop and integrate metrics that demonstrate the value of clinical contracts to the business
Provide support and guidance to team members during contract negotiations to identify optimal solutions
Responsible for employee management activities such as hiring, performance development, and partnering with HR on employee relations
Maintain strict attention to detail and stay current on healthcare regulations and industry trends, including Fair Market Value assessments and CPT codes
Monitor key contract terms, expiration dates, and deliverables to ensure timely renewals and amendments
Strong knowledge of clinical research operations and cross-functional collaboration
Capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment and adapting to shifting business needs
Ability to interact professionally across all organizational levels and influence cross-functional leadership to gain alignment
Ability to manage and support a team, including training, coaching, and providing guidance for staff on clinical, budget, and contract matters
Comfortable working in a team environment and making recommendations to reach an optimal solution to a problem or negotiation
Able to coordinate with senior internal and external stakeholders on significant matters and provide subject matter expertise and guidance to others
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Performance-based incentives
A wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families
Company
Edwards Lifesciences
Edwards Lifesciences is a provider of science of heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Bernard J. Zovighian
Chief Executive Officer
Andrew Greene
Vice President, Strategy
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