Senior Contract Manager

Job ID

REQ-10089472

Oct 13, 2026

USA

Summary

#LI-RemoteThis position can be based remotely anywhere in the U.S. (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will not require travel.Take the lead in shaping the success of clinical trials at Novartis by driving complex contract negotiations that directly impact study timelines and patient access. As a Senior Contract Manager, you will play a critical role at the intersection of legal expertise, financial strategy, and clinical operations-partnering with global stakeholders to deliver high-quality agreements, unlock efficiencies, and resolve challenges with confidence. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring trials start faster, run smoother, and ultimately bring innovative therapies to patients sooner.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:Independently negotiate and execute complex clinical trial agreements, including Master Agreements and Confidentiality AgreementsDevelop, review, and finalize clinical trial budgets, ensuring alignment with fair market value principlesLead contract and budget negotiations with investigational sites to achieve timely contract execution and study start-up goalsResolve stalled negotiations and provide strategic support to Contract Managers to maintain study timelinesPartner with cross-functional stakeholders including Legal, Regulatory, Quality, and Clinical teamsIdentify, assess, and communicate contractual and budgetary risks to key stakeholders for approvalCollaborate with global and local teams to resolve complex contractual challenges efficientlyAnalyze grant plans and budget proposals to support accurate and compliant financial decisionsDrive continuous improvement by identifying trends and leading initiatives to enhance contracting processesPartner with clinical teams and vendors to optimize budgets and deliver cost-saving opportunities Essential Requirements:Bachelor's degree in business administration, legal, finance, science, or related field5+ years of experience in contract management within clinical trials or pharmaceuticalsProven expertise in negotiating clinical trial agreements and complex contracts independentlyStrong knowledge of pharmaceutical industry regulations and United States privacy requirementsExcellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills with strong attention to detailAdvanced negotiation and conflict resolution skills in complex, multi-stakeholder environmentsAbility to work effectively in a matrix organization with global and cross-functional teamsStrong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused mindset The salary for this position is expected to range between $89,600 and $166,400 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.To learn more about the culture, rewards and benefits we offer our people click here.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-cultureBenefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally.Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)

EEO Statement:The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.Accessibility & Reasonable AccommodationsThe Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Division

Development

Business Unit

Marketing

Location

USA

State

Distant Working Arrangement, US

Site

Distant Employee - Distant Working Arrangement (DWA) (USA)

Company / Legal Entity

U014 (FCRS = US014) Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation

Functional Area

Audit & Finance

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

Audit & Finance Development USA

Job ID

REQ-10089472

Senior Contract Manager

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Job ID

REQ-10089472

Senior Contract Manager

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