Project Specialist I, South Africa
Primary Location: South Africa, Remote Job ID R0000034218 Category Project Leadership Date Posted 09/05/2025Overview
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
Key Functions of this PS Role:-
The Project Specialist I;
- is developing project plans, providing project level reports and metrics to inform project oversight, progress reporting and decision making by the Project Leader (PL) and Functional Leads (FLs), to ensure timeliness and quality of project deliverables and control the project budget.
- will be predominantly assigned to late phase and Enterprise projects.
- is working on under Line Manager oversight in all project lifecycle phases and depending on the acquired experience and independence, an assignment to Biotech& Emerging client’s projects, as well as to assist project start up and close out can be considered.
Knowledge and Experience you will require to qualify for this role:
Relevant basic experience in the PS/ or similar role desirable
Basic knowledge of activities and procedures of the work area and exposure to / knowledge of the related industry is preferred
Good Knowledge of Microsoft based applications
Essential Skills Required:
Good verbal and written communication skills, as the exchange of information is a significant part of the job
Developed interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
Attention to detail and quality of work
Client focused approach to work
Flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning
Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm
Ability to prioritize workload
A willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork
Basic problem- solving ability
Minimum Education Requirements:
Intermediate to Advanced English level for non-native English speakers
Minimum Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree
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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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