Clinical Contracts AssociateLocation: Zaventem, Belgium Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Working Model: Primarily Office-Based with Some Flexibility Following Onboarding Start Date: Hiring Immediately for March/April Start DatesAbout the Company:We are a global clinical research support organisation focused on delivering high-quality operational and contractual support across international clinical projects. Operating within a highly regulated environment, we partner closely with internal teams, healthcare professionals, clinical sites, and external stakeholders to ensure compliant and efficient study delivery across multiple regions.As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our Contracts team and are seeking experienced Clinical Contracts Associates to join our Belgium headquarters in Zaventem.Role Overview:This is an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Contracts Associate with 2–5 years of clinical research experience and exposure to contract negotiation and study budget activities.The successful candidate will support clinical contracting activities across global and regional studies, working closely with internal project teams, legal stakeholders, healthcare professionals, and clinical sites. The role combines contract negotiation, study support, stakeholder coordination, and administrative responsibilities within a fast-paced and highly regulated clinical research environment.This is a senior-level support role reporting directly to the Hiring Manager and requires someone capable of working independently with minimal supervision while effectively managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the preparation, review, and negotiation of clinical site agreements and contract languageCoordinate change orders, statements of work, and contractual documentation with healthcare professionals and study stakeholdersMaintain and manage documentation within the electronic Trial Master File (eTMF)Ensure all contracting activities comply with internal processes, regulatory standards, and ethical requirementsCollaborate cross-functionally with Legal, Clinical Operations, Finance, and external partnersEscalate contractual or operational risks appropriately and proactivelySupport study start-up and contracting processes across assigned regionsMaintain accurate documentation and reporting throughout the contract lifecycleContribute to process improvements and operational efficiency within the contracts functionCandidate RequirementsEssential Experience & Skills2–5 years of experience within Clinical Research, Clinical Operations, Contracts, CRO, Legal, or related environmentsPrevious exposure to:Clinical contract negotiationStudy budgetsSite agreementsContract administrationStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to work autonomously and manage workload independentlyExperience operating within highly regulated environmentsStrong organisational skills with excellent attention to detailProfessional fluency in EnglishPreferred BackgroundExperience within:PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyMedical DeviceCROLegal or contract management environmentsFamiliarity with eTMF systems and clinical study documentationExperience supporting EMEA or international clinical projectsAdditional European language skills are highly desirable, including:Dutch / FlemishFrenchSpanishPolishItalianOther Western European languagesWorking Environment12-month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)Office-based role located at our headquarters in Zaventem, BelgiumInitial onboarding period will require a strong onsite presence (approximately first 3 months)Following onboarding, there may be some flexibility around hybrid working arrangements depending on business needs and team structureCollaborative international team environment with a broad range of experience levels and backgroundsInterview ProcessTwo-stage interview processInterviews may include:Hiring Manager interviewContracts Manager interviewPotential panel discussion depending on availability