Sr. Manager CDM

Roles & Responsibilities
• Manage and lead FSP Clinical Data Management teams, including hiring, performance management, coaching, mentoring, and professional development
• Oversee workload distribution, resourcing, and global allocation planning for assigned staff
• Ensure timely, high-quality, and budget-compliant delivery of data management activities across portfolios
• Provide oversight, guidance, and coaching to portfolio teams to meet client and project expectations
• Ensure staff adherence to SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and client-specific processes
• Support operational execution of studies and portfolios with strong focus on quality and efficiency
• Act as escalation point for data management issues and support study managers as required
• Participate in development and implementation of CDM processes, procedures, and training programs
• Review and approve timesheets, expenses, leave requests, and overtime
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of clinical and proprietary client data
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic resourcing, reporting, and performance planning

Qualification
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant academic or vocational qualification

Experience
• 12+ years of experience in Clinical Data Management or related clinical research roles
• Minimum 5+ years of leadership and people management experience
• Strong hands-on experience operating within the FSP business model

Skills
• Strong knowledge of clinical data management processes and regulatory requirements
• Ability to act as subject matter expert for data management activities
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with good command of English
• High attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Ability to manage, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
• Strong project planning, prioritisation, and timeline management skills
• Ability to work effectively in global, cross-functional, and matrix environments

About the Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, supporting pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies through its PPD® clinical research services portfolio. With operations spanning more than 100 countries, the organization delivers end-to-end clinical development, data management, and regulatory solutions, enabling faster delivery of life-changing medicines while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and scientific excellence.