The Senior Manager, R&D Outsourcing is responsible for managing the full contracting lifecycle for strategic outsourced R&D services and projects across assigned therapeutic and functional areas
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, R&D Outsourcing is responsible for managing the full contracting lifecycle for strategic outsourced R&D services and projects across assigned therapeutic and functional areas.
This individual contributor role partners closely with Business Strategy Leads, Project Owners, Legal, Finance, and Procurement to ensure timely contract execution, cost control, and compliance with CSL’s policies and standards.
CSL offers hybrid working models, extensive management/leadership programs, a global and diverse environment with modern workspaces, and a comprehensive benefit plan.
Matching Summary
The Senior Manager, R&D Outsourcing is responsible for managing the full contracting lifecycle for strategic outsourced R&D services and projects across assigned therapeutic and functional areas.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Manage end-to-end contracting
Draft, review, negotiate contracts
Vendor identification and RFI/RFP
Contract oversight and compliance
Financial and operational support
Cross-functional collaboration
Nice-to-have
Support global R&D organizations
Familiarity with CLM software
Understanding of financial principles
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Life Sciences, or related field
Minimum 7 years of experience managing end-to-end contracting with R&D service providers
Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate budgets and contracts
Working knowledge of clinical trial operations and vendor cost structures
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills