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Clinical Operations Country Head

Job in Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Listing for: Roche
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-20
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Operations Management, Project & Program Management, General Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 900000 SAR Yearly SAR 900000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come.

Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position The Opportunity Main Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Strategic Direction
  • Country Leadership Team:
    Lead the Country Leadership Team, comprising members with clearly defined accountabilities across key organizational pillars
  • Country Strategy and Portfolio:
    Accountable for the development, implementation, and delivery of the overall country strategy and portfolio, aligning with global organizational objectives and priorities.
  • Strategic

    Collaboration:

    Work together with internal stakeholders such as P&C, General Manager (GM), Country Medical Director (CMD), and legal on country-specific, non-TA-specific issues. Partner with other Country/Area Heads and Global Leaders to enhance portfolio delivery and execution across Clinical Operations, ensuring alignment and synergy.
  • Global Alignment:
    Engage with global TA/CoE/APO Leaders, when appropriate, to facilitate effective portfolio delivery, ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with the global PDG strategy and One Pharma strategy.
  • Portfolio Oversight:
    Maintain comprehensive portfolio awareness, proactively identifying and addressing any in-country priority conflicts to ensure efficient resource allocation and optimal outcomes.
2. Operational Excellence and Compliance
  • Local Compliance:
    Ensure that the country operates in full compliance with all local requirements, including legal, financial, and ethical standards and practices.
  • Resource Management:
    Ensure the efficient and responsible use of resources and budget, maximizing value and minimizing waste.
  • Productivity and Efficiency:
    Identify and implement strategies and tactics in partnership with the CROs to drive continuous productivity and efficiency gains, fostering a high-performing organizational culture.
  • Data-driven performance optimisation:
    Continuously monitor and optimize performance and efficiency with a data-driven mindset, leveraging established KPIs and metrics to measure and enhance country performance.
  • Process Improvement and Innovation:
    Champion and implement process improvements in PDG and in partnership with the CROs to enhance operational effectiveness and streamline workflows.
3. External Stakeholder Management and Relations
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with the CRO partners and external stakeholders, including Health Authorities, Ethics Committees, and Industry Groups, to influence policy and actively drive initiatives to strengthen clinical research within the country.
  • Local Environment and Legislation:
    Maintain a solid understanding of the local environment and legislation governing the conduct of clinical trials in the country, ensuring compliance and effective operations.
4. People Leadership and Development
  • Driving department-wide engagement by fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and high performance while championing inclusion and belonging. Inspire, motivate, and develop talent within the team, ensuring a focus on individual growth and leadership development to build a strong, elevated talent pipeline aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Regular year-round assessment of performance, contributions, and impact and providing feedback, coaching, and performance management.
  • Manages direct reports, including other people leaders.
  • Leading by example in demonstrating and championing inclusive behaviours in your team, PDG, PD, and the Roche Enterprise. Provide opportunities for growth and development for all team members and address any barriers that may exist.
Who you are?

Qualifications & Experience
  • Degree (MD, Ph
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