**Local Study Manager** + _Location: Reading_ **About the job** Sanofi is currently seeking applications for the position of a Local Study Manager. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking professional with expertise in clinical research to contribute to our organisation's mission. The Local Study Manager (LSM) is part of the Clinical Study Unit (CSU) and is accountable for the strategic planning & management and performance of their assigned clinical trials from country allocation within feasibility process until study closure inclusive archiving at the CSU level including study timelines, study budget, and study conduct in accordance with Sanofi SOPs and ICH/GCP and regulatory guidelines & directives. The LSM acts on country/cluster level as the key strategic interface with internal and external stakeholders to develop, implement, maintain, and improve operational processes to accelerate trial conduct in close collaboration with respective functions within CSU and other departments, e.g. Medical Advisor, Site Engagement Manager, Strategic Start Up Manager, Medical Science Liaisons. The LSM acts as Person of contact within a therapeutic area in terms of study management and conduct and leads a study team through change management efforts and by example. The LSM represents the LSM perspective for CSU in organization wide initiatives. **Key Responsibilities:** + Oversee country-level clinical trial operations from allocation through to closure + Formulate and implement local recruitment and retention strategies + Manage study budgets and timelines, ensuring judicious resource allocation + Enhance performance through data-driven decision-making and comprehensive risk assessment + Facilitate effective communication amongst all local stakeholders **About you** **Skills, experience and knowledge requirements** We are seeking an individual who demonstrates: + The ability to make well-considered decisions and take calculated risks + A future-oriented mindset with adaptability to change + Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data interpretation + Agility in approach to problem-solving and project management + Commitment to utilising data to inform strategies and improve outcomes + Bachelor's degree in nursing, biochemistry, or a related natural science discipline + Substantial experience in clinical research; project management experience is highly desirable + Proven competence in project management and risk assessment + Fluency in English and the relevant local language + Willingness to undertake up to 10% travel within the country Sanofi is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in healthcare solutions. We invite you to join our esteemed team in our endeavour to discover extraordinary solutions and achieve remarkable outcomes. We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. For a comprehensive job description and to submit your application, please visit: [Sanofi Careers Portal]( https://www.sanofi.com/en/careers ) _*Sanofi is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.*_ Visas for those who do not already have the right to work in the UK will be considered on a case by case basis according to business needs and resources. **Pursue** **_progress_** **, discover** **_extraordinary_** Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. 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