Head of Clinical Operations
Mid-Cap Pharma
Public · Global
Lead a 40-person clinical operations function across two therapeutic areas (rare disease, neurology).
Reference
VT-COPS-2031
Location
Oxford · Hybrid
Engagement
Permanent
Posted
5 May 2026 · 3w ago
Compensation
£140k – £175k
Base only · Bonus and equity additional
Apply nowThe Brief
A mid-cap pharmaceutical business is hiring a Head of Clinical Operations to lead a 40-person function spanning two therapeutic areas. The role reports to the SVP, R&D, sits on the R&D leadership team, and owns the operational execution of seven active clinical programmes.
Responsibilities
- 01
Own the operational execution of seven active programmes
- 02
Lead a globally distributed team of 40
- 03
Set the standard for vendor and CRO selection across the business
The Successful Candidate
- 01
Senior clinical operations leader with multi-programme oversight
- 02
Direct experience of late-phase (II/III) studies in rare disease or neurology
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Prior people-leadership of a 25+ team
Compensation & Benefits
Strong public-co RSU package
Sign-on bonus
Comprehensive family benefits
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Reference VT-COPS-2031 · Head of Clinical Operations