Portfolio Specialist
Bengaluru, India Job ID R0000029420 Category Project Leadership Date Posted 11/22/2024Overview
As a part of the global Project Leadership group at Parexel, you are responsible for leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality and patient-focused clinical trials and help bring life-changing treatments to market faster. You collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to identify project requirements, develop project plans, and manage project timelines and budgets. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a passion for improving patients' lives.
In return, Parexel offers a supportive work environment, and a high degree of empowerment and accountability to lead your studies. Within this role, you work with a diverse set of clients and therapeutic areas, and you are encouraged to take on new challenges and pursue your interests.
Success Profile
Do you have these soft skills and interpersonal traits to succeed at Parexel?
- Adaptable
- Communicator
- Collaborative
- Leadership
- Proactive
- Problem-solver
About This Role
Position Summary
The Portfolio Specialist, Access Operation is responsible for support managing and optimizing a portfolio of projects across Pricing & Market Access, Evidence Evaluation. Real World Evidence, Advanced Analytics Consulting to maximize value and align with organizational strategy.
The Portfolio Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting broader program management activities, ensuring smooth coordination across various workstreams, and maintaining compliance with company standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in life sciences and familiarity with clinical trial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Broader Program Management
Evaluate and prioritize portfolio components based on strategic alignment, risk, and potential return
Monitor portfolio performance and make recommendations for improvements
Track monthly opportunities and assess off-label content
Screen the pipeline to identify new opportunities and ensure alignment with current projects
Track company newsletters and clinical trial pipeline information
Maintain case studies based on completed projects in different therapy areas and organograms of the clients
Contracting and Tracking
Support the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) / Account Leads with contracting tasks and track their progress
Quality and Compliance Coordination
Coordinate the review process for reports by quality leads within the Service Lines
Conduct SOP audit spot checks
Implement changes to SOPs, including templates and processes
Ownership pf client feedback log: gather and action client feedback
Team Coordination
Coordinate across the cross-Service Line teams for various indications
Manage program coordination with the wider Parexel organization / Business Units / Service Lines
Timelines and Resource Management
Maintain the timeline tracker updated across the portfolio and link current and future projects with resourcing.
Leverage data and insight from ongoing projects and workstreams to identify new opportunities
Reporting and Meetings
Prepare slides for Business Review Meetings and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a scientific related field (e.g., Life Sciences, Pharmacy).
Strong background in scientific writing and familiarity with clinical trials and regulatory requirements.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Proficiency in project management tools and software.
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred previous experience in portfolio management, or a related role.
Skills and Competencies
Attention to detail and ability to manage and track multiple projects/priorities, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
Scientific Writing: Proficiency in scientific writing, with the ability to assess and evaluate off-label content.
Compliance and Quality Management: Experience in conducting quality checks, SOP audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Team Coordination: Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and workstreams, ensuring smooth execution of program activities.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to conduct revenue forecast deep-dives and identify opportunities within workstreams.
Location: Bengaluru -Office based
Potential Career Path
Parexel offers a growth path with diverse therapeutic areas and clients, so you can grow according to your interests.
- Associate Project Leader
- Project Leader
- Senior Project Leader
- Associate Project Director
- Project Director
- Director, Project Leadership
- Senior Director, Project Leadership
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