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Senior Strategic Project Manager, Patient & Site Centric Solutions

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 4 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

IQVIA

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Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Full-time
English: Required
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

You are an experienced project or program management professional who understands the complexity of working within the clinical research and life sciences environment.

You combine disciplined project management with strong business judgment, and you are comfortable working across functions and influencing stakeholders in a complex matrix organization.

Significant project, program or PMO experience within a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, clinical research or closely related life sciences organization.
Strong understanding of the clinical research/life sciences environment and the ability to quickly understand business and operational challenges within this space.
Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional strategic projects.
Strong project planning, governance, risk management and execution capabilities.
Experience working with senior stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple priorities, workstreams and dependencies.
Strong stakeholder-management and influencing skills, including the ability to drive progress without direct authority.
Experience supporting organizational change, operational effectiveness or process improvement.
Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.

Nice to have

Experience working within a PMO, strategic transformation or operational effectiveness function.
Knowledge of Lean or other continuous-improvement methodologies.
Advanced project management education, training or certification.
Experience delivering strategic initiatives across complex, matrixed organizations.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

This is an opportunity to work on strategic initiatives that reach across PSCS and our broader site businesses rather than focusing on one narrow project area. The role offers exposure to a wide range of stakeholders, business challenges and strategic priorities. That breadth of scope was specifically highlighted during the intake as one of the attractive elements of the opportunity.

You'll have the opportunity to use your clinical research industry knowledge alongside your project management expertise to help turn important business priorities into structured, measurable delivery.

The role

At IQVIA, Patient & Site Centric Solutions (PSCS) brings together capabilities focused on improving the experience and outcomes of patients, sites and customers across clinical development.

We are looking for an experienced Strategic Project Manager who combines strong project management expertise with a solid understanding of the clinical research and life sciences industry.

In this highly visible role, you will lead and support complex AI and strategic initiatives across PSCS and our broader site businesses. You will work with stakeholders across functions and geographies, bringing structure to complex priorities and helping translate strategy into clear plans, coordinated execution and measurable outcomes. The scope will include projects across the wider PSCS organization and site businesses.

What you'll do

Define and validate project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines and measures of success.
Support the development and management of the PSCS AI strategy and how that translates in to key projects and priorities.
Build clear project plans and governance structures to support successful execution.
Drive complex, cross-functional projects from planning through delivery, maintaining momentum, visibility and accountability.
Manage project scope, timelines, resources and costs while navigating changing business priorities.
Establish strong relationships with stakeholders across functions and business areas.
Create alignment around project objectives, responsibilities, dependencies and expected outcomes.
Coordinate multiple workstreams and stakeholders, ensuring teams remain connected and focused on agreed priorities.
Communicate progress, risks, decisions and dependencies clearly to senior stakeholders.
Proactively identify risks and potential barriers to delivery and develop effective mitigation plans.
Manage competing priorities and interdependencies across complex initiatives.
Apply structured project management methodologies and operational-effectiveness principles to business challenges.
Help teams establish practical ways of working that support successful project delivery.
Assess how strategic initiatives will affect teams, processes and ways of working.
Build awareness and support for change across the organization.
Contribute to training, communication and adoption activities where appropriate.
Evaluate project outcomes against agreed success measures.
Identify opportunities to improve or redesign processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Hiring process

1 interview

Other interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams, unless otherwise specified.
Most interviews are conducted in English unless otherwise specified. However, some questions may be asked in local language.
The use of AI support during an interview or online assessment is strictly prohibited and grounds for disqualification.

About IQVIA

IQVIA is a global leader in advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. The company combines healthcare data, analytics, and technology expertise to help stakeholders in life sciences, including pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers, drive healthcare forward. With over 90,000 employees worldwide, IQVIA operates in more than 100 countries, providing end-to-end solutions from clinical trials to commercialization.

In Spain, IQVIA has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a key hub for clinical research and healthcare consulting in Southern Europe. The company actively hires international professionals for roles in clinical operations, data management, regulatory affairs, and commercial consulting, offering a multicultural and English-speaking work environment. For international candidates, IQVIA provides a structured career path with opportunities to work on global projects, making it an attractive option for those looking to build a career in the healthcare and life sciences sector in Spain.

Industry: Clinical Research and Health Data
Founded: 1982
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Durham, USA
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: iqvia.com

Good to know if you are moving

IQVIA operates in over 100 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work on global projects and potentially transfer between offices.
The company's Spain offices in Madrid and Barcelona are major hubs for clinical research and consulting in Southern Europe, with many roles requiring English as the working language.
IQVIA offers structured career development programs and a global mobility framework, making it feasible for international hires to progress within the company.
The company is a leader in healthcare data and technology, providing exposure to cutting-edge AI and data analytics applications in the life sciences sector.
Many roles in Spain are offered as remote or hybrid positions, providing flexibility for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.

At IQVIA, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multifaceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes. Likewise, as part of this culture, IQVIA is committed to ensuring effective equality between women and men, integrating it as a strategic principle in its corporate and human resources policies.

Additional information

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

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