Senior Director, Global Study Management

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments.

Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visit  for more information.

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Description:

The Senior Director, Head of Global Study Management is a key leadership role within Clinical Operations at Jazz Pharmaceuticals. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, Head of Clinical Operations, the successful candidate will sit on the Clinical Operations Leadership Team and play an integral role in shaping strategic vision, operational execution, and organizational capability across Global Study Management and Clinical Operations more broadly s role requires a Clinical Operations expert with a strong track record in clinical trial delivery, strategic functional leadership, and robust financial acumen.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in clinical study execution with a broad enterprise perspective, leading global teams to deliver clinical development programs efficiently, with high quality, compliance and innovation. Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Organizational Vision Define and articulate the strategic vision and long-term direction for the Global Study Management function, aligned with GCDO and broader R&D strategic goals. Serve as an active and impactful member of the Clinical Operations Leadership Team, contributing to overall department governance, resource planning, and operational excellence. Foster a high-performance, inclusive culture across the Global Study Management organization, embedding accountability, continuous learning, and operational agility.

Study Delivery & Operational Oversight Partner with Program Leadership and Strategic Trial Optimization in the operational planning and  execution  of the Jazz Pharmaceuticals’ clinical trial portfolio. Ensure  robust operational oversight of trial execution against established key performance indicators (KPIs), timelines, quality standards, and budget targets. Provide direction and escalation resolution for complex operational challenges, ensuring portfolio delivery aligns with overarching clinical development plans.

Line Management & Capability Building Provide direct leadership, mentoring, and professional development to Global Study Management leaders, enabling succession planning and top-talent retention. Build and scale functional capabilities, ensuring Global Study Management teams have the competencies, tools, and resources required to plan and execute complex trials. Promote global team alignment and flexible resourcing models capable of operating seamlessly across international time zones and geographic regions.

Enterprise Partnering & Cross-Functional Alignment Build effective, collaborative partnerships across Global Clinical Development Operations and R&D stakeholders (including Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Biostatistics, Quality Assurance, and Global Supply Chain). Maintain a strong enterprise…