CPL Life Sciences are actively hiring in collaboration with a London based Academic research trust for a Clinical Operations Manager on a 12 month contract.


*12 month contract initially
*Hybrid based
*Line management responsibilities
*Oncology focused
*Operational management
*UK and EU experience ideal


This senior role sits within a large, university-based cancer clinical trials centre and provides strategic and operational leadership for regulatory, quality assurance, monitoring, and pharmacovigilance activities across a diverse portfolio of national and international clinical trials.


The postholder works closely with senior operational leaders to ensure trials are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to the highest scientific and ethical standards. The role includes people management responsibilities and contributes to centre-wide strategy, audit readiness, and continuous improvement of trial systems and processes.


Essential Experience:
*Substantial experience working within a clinical trial sponsor environment (academic or commercial)
*In-depth knowledge of UK and EU trial regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and pharmacovigilance requirements
*Strong understanding of quality assurance, monitoring, and clinical data management
*Proven leadership and line management experience, including staff development, performance management, and recruitment
*Experience designing and reviewing protocols, patient-facing documents, CRFs, and trial documentation
*Strong understanding of research ethics and regulatory approvals processes
*Ability to provide senior regulatory guidance, liaise with regulators, and lead inspection and audit preparation
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams