Head of Projects

Job Description

Head of Projects and Analytical Solutions

Purpose

The Head of Projects and Analytical Solutions will be responsible for leading and managing a global organisation of approximately 100 professionals, including statisticians, programmers, data managers, and technologists across Europe, India, and North America. This strategic leadership role focuses on delivering high-quality biometrics and data management services, ensuring operational excellence, and achieving financial targets. The Head will play a pivotal role in driving growth, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring optimal project delivery in line with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• P&L Ownership:
• Full ownership of a [£20 million] profit and loss statement, ensuring revenue management and sustained profitability.
• Develop and execute strategies to meet and exceed financial targets.
• Strategic Leadership:
• Drive commercial activities with business development and account management teams to win project-based work
• Keeping a pulse on the market to understand client needs, recommend new product and service offerings, develop go-to-market strategies with the commercial team to drive a suite of project-based services
• Lead and inspire a diverse, cross-functional team of professionals across multiple regions.
• Define operational strategies to drive scalable and efficient project delivery.
• Client and Account Management:
• Work closely with Account Managers to ensure client satisfaction, retention, and growth.
• Establish strong relationships with key clients, serving as an executive sponsor when required.
• Ensuring high quality delivery, compliance and client satisfaction
• Project Management & Resourcing:
• Oversee project resourcing strategies to ensure projects are staffed with the right talent at the right time.
• Manage projects against target margins and timelines, including near- and long-term forecasting for a comprehensive view of portfolio profitability
• Implement best-in-class project management practices to deliver on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Service Line Leadership:
• Manage and collaborate with Service Line Leads (Statistics and Programming, DMC, Statistical Consulting, Evidence & Value Generation, Data Management and Technology) to refine service offerings and develop innovative solutions.
• Ensure service lines meet evolving industry demands and regulatory requirements.
• Talent Development:
• Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Oversee talent management strategies, including recruitment, retention, and succession planning.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Education:
  • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Biostatistics, Data Science, Life Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in biostatistics, clinical research, or related life sciences consulting organizations.
  • Proven experience with P&L management
  • Extensive background managing cross-functional, global teams.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage senior client relationships.
  • Understanding of project management methodologies and resourcing strategies in a consulting environment.

Other Information/Additional Requirements

• Industry Certifications: PMP, Six Sigma, or other relevant certifications are an asset.
• Technical Expertise: Familiarity with SAS, R, and modern data analytics technologies.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines related to clinical data management and biostatistics.
• Business Acumen: MBA or similar qualification is an asset.
• Strategic Thinking: Experience developing and executing long-term growth strategies.
• Global Perspective: Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in multicultural environments.

Veramed is a B Corp accredited company which means that we use the power of business to build a more inclusive and sustainable economy meeting the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.

As an organisation that has people at the heart of it, Veramed is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We foster a working culture where employees have integrity, honesty and respect for one another without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.