Senior Specialist Clinical Operations - Contracting & Budgeting

Overview

Life Unlimited. At Smith+ Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

Are you driven by the opportunity to shape the success of global clinical trials? Join us as a Senior Specialist Clinical Operations - Contracting & Budgeting and play a critical role in leading clinical trial contracting and budget negotiations that directly support the development of innovative medical technologies. This role offers the chance to work cross‑functionally, influence strategy, and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives worldwide.

• Leading and executing complex clinical trial contracts and budget negotiations with investigative sites, CROs and vendors
• Partnering with Clinical Operations leadership to develop and deliver contracting and budgeting strategies across programs and portfolios
• Providing strategic input into study feasibility, start‑up planning and early budget development
• Ensuring contracts and budgets comply with company policies, regulatory standards and regional requirements
• Collaborating closely with Clinical Operations, Finance, Legal and study teams to drive timely execution and approvals
• Identifying financial, operational and regional risks and proactively proposing mitigation strategies
• Tracking contract and budget performance, reporting trends and key metrics
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, consistency and best practices
• Acting as a subject matter expert on contract templates, budget models and industry standards

• A bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Business, Finance or a related field; a master’s degree preferred
• 5 to 7 or more years of experience in clinical research contracting, budget negotiation or clinical operations finance
• Strong expertise in negotiating clinical trial agreements and site budgets for industry‑sponsored studies
• Solid knowledge of ICH GCP, FDA, EMA and global clinical research compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical, financial and problem‑solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Clear and confident communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Experience with contract management systems and Microsoft Office; eTMF and CTMS experience preferred

We anticipate the application window for this opening to close on 06.30.2026.

The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $96,500 - $167,500 USD annually.

In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, generous paid time off, paid company holidays annually and 8 hours of volunteer time and a variety of wellness offerings such as employee assistance program.

• Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to welcoming, celebrating and thriving on inclusion and belonging.
• Your Future: 401(k) matching program, 401(k)+ program, discounted stock options, tuition reimbursement.
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible personal/vacation time off, paid holidays, flex holidays, paid community service day.
• Your Wellbeing: Medical, dental, vision, health savings account (employer contribution of $500+ annually), employee assistance program, parental leave, fertility and adoption assistance program.
• Training: Hands‑on, team‑customized, mentorship.
• Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more.

Smith+ Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.