Contract Analyst I

The department role is to coordinate, develop, and execute all client/sponsor contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on-going projects at ICON Clinical Research. The role of the Contract Analyst I is to coordinate, develop, and execute all client/sponsor contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on-going projects. The Contract Analyst I can be office- or home-based but are looking for candidates with an easy access to the Swansea office with a reasonable commute. Job Role:

• Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which are based on our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
Contract/Change Order Development:
• Coordinate and develop contracts and change orders for newly awarded and on-going projects at ICON.
• Work simultaneously on numerous contracts and/or change orders.
• Interact with ICON Legal, the Sales Team, and their respective Contracts Manager, as necessary, to determine the appropriate terms and conditions to be included in the contracts (inclusive of Start-up Agreements) and change orders.
• Develop an understanding of applicable ICON costing tools, client budget grids, and any tools and templates developed within the Client Contract Services group.
• Understand the operational department's tasks and roles within the task as well as cost drivers within ICON.
• Solicit input and review of contracts and change orders from the relevant operational departments.
• Develop cash neutral payment schedules as required.
• Work with respective Contract Manager to recognize when client questions/comments require input and review by Legal and/or operations/senior management or with the client
• Work with their respective Contract Manager to provide project/financial analysis on the project budget to justify supporting information from the project team on prior to client submission.
• Update Salesforce in a timely and consistent manner with concise, accurate information on status of the contract or change order.
• Develop and maintain client/project files and tracking tools.
• Responsible for management of own clients.
Quality:
• Review client/project documents and budgets prior to submission to their respective Contract Manager for final QC review.
Build Relationships:
• With ICON project teams, sales, proposals, finance, and project analysis.
• With clients, other ICON service areas and vendors.
Communication:
• Ensure clear and direct communication when corresponding (verbally or written) with the project team and client on the status of the contract and/or change order.
• Provide the relevant information required for negotiations and discussions with clients regarding cost proposals/change orders/contracts to the Contract Manager, the respective Sales personnel, and project teams.
• Lead and/or assist internal meetings required related to contracts and change orders.
• Assist with client related meetings required related to contracts and change orders.
Process Improvement: As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs. Travel:
• Due to the nature of this position it may be required for the employee to travel. Therefore, dependent on the employee's location, the employee may be required to possess a valid Drivers license.
• Travel (approximately 5% or less) domestic and/or international.
• To undertake other reasonably related duties as may be assigned from time to time.
  
  Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Prior experience in contract analysis, finance, or a related field.
• Profound experience with Excel.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  
  ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
  
  Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include:
• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.