Project Director (Europe)

About the role

Allucent supports small and mid-sized biopharmaceutical companies in managing the complexity of clinical trials so that important therapies can reach patients worldwide. The organization is hiring a Project Director to join its team in a hybrid/remote setup. This role leads clinical study delivery across Oncology, Neuroscience, or Immunology and Infectious Diseases, with Cell and Gene Therapy experience considered an added advantage. The position is central to planning and delivering trials safely, compliantly, and efficiently from start to finish.

What you will do

• Take overall ownership of the quality and delivery of clinical trial projects and programs.
• Coordinate complex, cross-functional resources while keeping budget, timeline, scope, and quality targets on track.
• Monitor budgets and financial forecasts, handle planning and invoicing, and ensure out-of-scope work is implemented promptly.
• Review and sign off on proposal content and pricing.
• Manage project risks effectively throughout the full delivery cycle.
• Negotiate and guide both internal and external stakeholders professionally to achieve strong outcomes.
• Apply strategic thinking and conflict-resolution methods to solve project issues.
• Prioritize multiple demands while using resources efficiently across several projects and programs.
• Act as the main point of contact for assigned clients regarding scope delivery, service quality, capability discussions, and client needs.
• Demonstrate sound business judgment and balance commercial priorities with operational needs.
• Bring a growth-oriented approach to complex challenges, using flexibility and creativity.
• Lead by example and help the team develop effective solutions for clinical trial delivery.
• Support hiring activities, including recruitment and interviews for new employees.
• Oversee project staff and maintain communication with functional managers, including providing performance feedback.
• Travel around 10% of the time, including possible international travel.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in life sciences, healthcare, or business is required; a master’s degree or higher is preferred.
• At least 7 years of relevant professional experience is needed.
• At least 7 years of experience in drug development and/or clinical research is required.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical project management experience is expected.
• Prior CRA experience is preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of ICH-GCP(R2), privacy practices for data and patients, and applicable local regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated financial understanding, administrative strength, and analytical ability.
• Experience leading global clinical trials.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, strong planning ability, critical thinking, and organization, with fluent command of English.
• Comfortable using tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Well-versed in the clinical trial delivery process.
• Strong general administrative capability and experience.
• Outgoing, client-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused.
• Strong presentation and networking skills.
• Ability to use a data-led approach to improve clinical trial delivery solutions.

Benefits

• Benefits package depends on location.
• Salary is competitive and varies by location.
• Department-specific study and training budget to support professional development.
• Flexible working hours within reasonable limits.
• Remote or hybrid working may be available depending on location.
• Leadership and mentoring opportunities.
• Buddy Program participation for new and existing employees.
• Internal growth and career progression opportunities.
• Employee referral program with financial rewards.
• Access to online soft-skill and technical training through GoodHabitz and internal learning platforms.

Additional information

The hybrid working model typically expects two in-office days per week for employees who live within a reasonable distance of one of the company’s global offices.

The Talent Acquisition team manages recruitment and employment for Allucent (US) LLC and its affiliates. Unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters are not accepted, and candidates should not be submitted directly to hiring managers, employees, or human resources.