Head of Clinical Project Management

**Date**:4 Aug 2025

**Department**:Global Clinical Development

**Business Area**:R&D, Pharmacovigilance & Regulatory Affairs

**Job Type**:Direct Employee

**Contract Type**:Permanent

**Location**:Parma, IT

**_About us_**
- Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries with more than 7,000 employees (Chiesi Group). To achieve its mission of improving people’s quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas**:Discover more here**
- We are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded **B Corp Certification**, a recognition of **high social and environmental standards**. We are a **reliable** company that adopts and promotes a **transparent and ethical behavior** at all levels.
- We believe that the success of **Chiesi is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors**. Our people make a critical difference to our success, which is why it is vital that we attract and retain the right talent who will continue to enrich our culture by living and breathing our values and behaviors.
- In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.

**_Chiesi Research & Development_**
- Our R&D team represents a fundamental asset for the business. It is divided into integrated functional areas focusing on pipeline projects including discovery and preclinical research, global technical development, drug delivery technology, clinical development, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, intellectual property, quality assurance, R&D project and portfolio management. Headquartered in the new purpose-built and fully integrated Research and Development Centre in Parma (Italy), the team also has important operations in Paris (France), Chippenham (UK), Cary (US), Stockholm (Sweden), Toronto (Canada) and Shanghai (China).

**_Who we are looking for_**

**Purpose**
- The Clinical Project Management Head is a senior leadership role within the Clinical Operations function, responsible for the line management and professional development of a team of Clinical Project Managers (CPMs) who lead the execution of clinical trials across all development phases. This position ensures the effective allocation of resources, fosters talent development, and drives consistent project delivery in alignment with organizational goals.**Main Responsibilities**
- LINE MANAGEMENT & PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
- Provide direct line management to a team of Clinical Project Managers, ensuring clarity of roles, performance expectations, and ongoing feedback.
- Conduct regular 1:1 meetings, performance appraisals, and career development discussions.
- Develop and implement individual development plans (IDPs) and training strategies to support professional growth and long-term retention.
- Mentor and coach CPMs to enhance leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Proactively identify and manage talent gaps, succession planning, and team capabilities.

RESOURCE PLANNING & PROJECT ALLOCATION
- Oversee the allocation of CPMs to clinical trials based on competencies, experience, workload, and project complexity.
- Ensure optimal resourcing across projects by monitoring workload balance and adjusting assignments as needed.
- Collaborate with Clinical Operations Leaders to anticipate future needs and align capacity with pipeline priorities.
- Act as an escalation point for resource conflicts and contribute to resolution strategies.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE & FUNCTIONAL LEADERSHIP
- Drive consistent, high-quality execution of clinical trials through strong leadership and oversight of project managers.
- Promote best practices in project planning, risk management, vendor oversight, and cross-functional coordination.
- Ensure CPMs maintain compliance with internal SOPs, GCP, and regulatory standards.
- Develop and refine functional tools, KPIs, templates, and guidance documents for project management activities.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION & STRATEGY
- Represent the CPM function in cross-functional project teams and governance meetings.
- Contribute to operational strategy, portfolio planning, and functional budget discussions.

CULTURE & ENGAGEMENT
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and empowering team culture.
- Promote a mindset of accountability, continuous improvement, and shared success.
- Lead initiatives that support engagement, well-being, and recognition within the team.

**Experience Required**
- At least 8-10 years of experience in clinical research, including substantial experience in clinical project management and people leadership.- Proven experience in line management of clinical professionals, including performance management, coaching, and r